Squirrel Lake Park
✓ Last confirmed for the 2026 season
Where: 1631 Pleasant Plains Rd, Matthews, North Carolina
When: typically open in warm months (check before visiting)
Hours: 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily
Cost: free
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A hidden-gem Matthews park where colorful slides and climbing structures sit beside a small lake, walking trails and picnic areas. Locals prize its tranquil atmosphere over bigger regional parks.