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The "Paddle It" kayak series returns for 2025! Join state park staff and other community partners for a fun paddle experience on Saturdays in September. Participants will meet at the Morrow Mountain Boathouse parking lot at 8:30am.

Dates available include September 6, 13, 20, and 27. All supplies are provided i.e. kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. Advanced registration is required due to limited amount of equipment. A "Bring Your Own Boat" option is available but involves a separate registration.

The "Paddle It" kayak series returns for 2025! Join state park staff and other community partners for a fun paddle experience on Saturdays in September. Participants will meet at the Morrow Mountain Boathouse parking lot at 8:30am.

Dates available include September 6, 13, 20, and 27. All supplies are provided i.e. kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. Advanced registration is required due to limited amount of equipment. A "Bring Your Own Boat" option is available but involves a separate registration.

Looking for a fun and family-friendly activity to kick off your holiday weekend? Come join us for Free Fishing on Friday, July 4th!

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission allows NC residents to fish public waters without a state fishing license during this one day of the year. State fishing licenses are usually required for anyone who is 16 years and older. We will be offering poles and tackle to borrow from our Boathouse (limited supply), and park staff will be present to provide assistance if needed.

Preregistration is encouraged in order to guarantee equipment; otherwise, fishing poles

Explore the waterways around Morrow Mountain with the State Park Big Canoes! Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Uwharries while searching for bald eagles, otters, and blooming wildflowers. Lifejackets, paddles, and dry bags will be provided. These giant boats will be available for a short time, and space is limited. Spots can be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register by contacting the Morrow Mountain Park Office at 704-982-4402.

Explore the waterways around Morrow Mountain with the State Park Big Canoes! Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Uwharries while searching for bald eagles, otters, and blooming wildflowers. Lifejackets, paddles, and dry bags will be provided. These giant boats will be available for a short time, and space is limited. Spots can be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register by contacting the Morrow Mountain Park Office at 704-982-4402.

Warm up this winter season and learn all about our North Carolina Wildflowers with another traveling exhibit hosted at Lake Norman!

Francis Kron is one of the most influential people in Stanly County history. While Kron is remembered best as the first medical doctor to serve the Uwharrie Mountain region, he also helped the community in many other roles and capacities. Come join park staff for an open tour of the homesite from 2pm-3pm. Drop ins are welcome!

Francis Kron is one of the most influential people in Stanly County history. While Kron is remembered best as the first medical doctor to serve the Uwharrie Mountain region, he also helped the community in many other roles and capacities. Come join park staff for an open tour of the homesite from 2pm-3pm. Drop ins are welcome!

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a guided walk at Morrow Mountain State Park. We will test our knowledge of birds by identifying and counting them for an eBird checklist. Field guides and local bird lists will be available for identification. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Be prepared to hike approximately one mile over uneven ground. We will meet at the Boathouse and Fall Mountain Trail parking lot. Beginners are welcome to attend!

Bats are one of the coolest animals in the world. No other critter is as mystifying and misunderstood in popular culture. Join our park staff for an evening talk about the important roles that bats play in nature. This program will be held at the park office. We hope you will fly by!