
Lineberger Park fronts Garrison Boulevard and is accessed by the bordering streets of Chestnut to the east and Avon to the west. The park is naturally bisected by Avon Creek. On the eastern node there is ample parking for visitors in the linear lot along Chestnut Street. There is a trailhead for the Avon/Catawba Creek Greenway with a paved extension which circles a prominent Gaston County Vietnam War Memorial midway through the park; restroom building with water fountains; one large shelter; two small shelters; a gazebo; and large playground. The western node, as accessed via Avon Street, has adjacent parking to facilities, and is home to a miniature train amusement ride; a ticket booth/restroom building; an outdoor, lighted concrete basketball court with stadium seating; one large picnic shelter; two small picnic shelters; a sprayground; an outdoor pool with a slide, lazy river and other water features plus pool house with showers, dressing space, restrooms, and a concession area. The park is also encompassed by a series of paved walking trails as an addition to the adjacent greenway.
Park Hours of Operation: Dawn - Dusk, daily. Lighted outdoor facilities operate independently when scheduled.
Splash Pad Hours of Operation: The splash pads (Lineberger and Erwin) will be open from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM, daily from May 15th - September 15th
Miniature Train Hours of Operation:
March - April - May: Saturdays from Noon to 6:00 PM and Sundays from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
June - July - August: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from Noon to 5:30 PM; and Sundays from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM
For information regarding train rentals, please call 704.869-1018.
Holiday Hours by special announcement. We reserve the right to cancel operations due to inclement weather.
RATE: $1 per person/ride