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Big Canoe Adventures at Morrow Mountain

June 15, 2025, 6:30pm - 8pm
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.

Big Canoe Adventures at Morrow Mountain

June 12, 2025, 6:30pm - 8pm
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.

Kron House Tour

April 20, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
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!

Kron House Tour

May 11, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
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!

Migratory Bird Day Walk

May 10, 2025, 9am - 10am
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!

Thank you, Bats!

April 18, 2025, 7pm - 8pm
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!

Bears

February 22, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
Join us at Jones Lake State Park for an informational program about black bears.

Year of the Bear Kid's Program - Critter Creation

September 7, 2024, 10am - 10:45am
General bear info, book read, craft.

Bears

March 9, 2024, 2pm - 3pm
Join us at Jones Lake State Park for an informational program about black bears.