Park & Trail

Independence Park

Charlotte's first public park, opened in the early twentieth century.

The place

Public park

Independence Park offers tennis, open lawn, a rose garden legacy, and a direct connection into the Little Sugar Creek Greenway.

Go for

Tennis
Picnics
Greenway access

Details

Category: Park & Trail
Area: Elizabeth
Distance: About 1.5 miles west
Price: Free

Hours, ownership, and menus change. Confirm directly with the business before visiting.

Getting there

Independence Park from Chantilly

Independence Park is in Elizabeth, about 1.5 miles west from the Chantilly street grid. The usual route is west along Seventh Street, Hawthorne Lane or Central Avenue through Elizabeth and toward Uptown; Independence Boulevard is faster at off-peak times.

Parking at parks and greenway access points is usually in small dedicated lots that fill on fine weekend mornings; arriving early, or walking or cycling in, is the easier option.

Why it earns a place in this guide: charlotte's first public park, opened in the early twentieth century. It is included because it is one of the most useful park & trail options within reach of Chantilly, not because of any paid placement.

This is independent editorial coverage. Independence Park has no relationship with this site, and hours, ownership, pricing and access in Charlotte change frequently — confirm directly before you go.

Living nearby

Independence Park as a neighbor

For residents of Chantilly and nearby Elizabeth, The Hospital District and Plaza Midwood, Independence Park is within easy reach for everyday plans. It is free to visit, and the notes on this page focus on what matters to someone coming from 28205: how to get there, when it is busiest and what it is best for.

Proximity to places like this is one of the reasons buyers look at Chantilly in the first place: quiet residential streets with the restaurants, parks and shops of east Charlotte a short drive, ride or walk away. The neighborhood guide and lifestyle overview put it in the context of daily life here.

Planning a visit

Creekside sections of the greenway can flood after heavy rain and reopen once water recedes.
Paved greenways are stroller- and wheelchair-friendly; nature-preserve trails are not.
Trailhead parking is limited at the smaller preserves — walking or biking in is usually easier.

Questions

Independence Park FAQ

Where is Independence Park?

Elizabeth, about 1.5 miles west from Chantilly in east Charlotte, North Carolina.

What is Independence Park known for?

Charlotte's first public park, opened in the early twentieth century. Independence Park offers tennis, open lawn, a rose garden legacy, and a direct connection into the Little Sugar Creek Greenway.