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Parks will be open every other day, including New Years Day, but Visitor Centers and park offices will be closed for state holidays: Dec. 24-26 and Jan. 1.
Topics Related to Guided Hikes / Walks
Beautiful Blooms Hike
May 9, 2025, 9am - 11am
May is the perfect time of year to blaze trails for beautiful blooms! Join a Park Ranger on this easy 1-2-mile hike while we search for blooming wildflowers blossoms and the lovely Mountain Laurel found in the park! Meet at the picnic shelter.
Earth Day Hike
April 22, 2025, 1pm - 2pm
Spend some time with Mother Earth! Join a Park Ranger on a 0.5-mile easy hike while we learn about the environment around us and search for any litter to pick up. All materials provided. Meet at the picnic shelter.
Morrow Mountain Night Hike
April 26, 2025, 7:30pm - 9pm
Explore Morrow Mountain after dark! Go on a guided hike of the Quarry Trail with park staff. We will look and listen for signs of nocturnal wildlife. Bring your own flashlight or headlamp; red light function is preferred. Registration is limited to 50 participants. Please call the Park Office to sign up at (704) 982-4402. Meet at Shelter C.
Morrow Mountain Night Hike
March 28, 2025, 7:30pm - 9pm
Explore Morrow Mountain after dark! Go on a guided hike of the Quarry Trail with park staff. We will look and listen for signs of nocturnal wildlife. Bring your own flashlight or headlamp; red light function is preferred. Registration is limited to 50 participants. Please call the Park Office to sign up at (704) 982-4402. Meet at Shelter C.
Women’s Nature Journal Hike
March 23, 2025, 10am - 11am
Come out and be with nature, while celebrating Women's History Month!
Carolina Bay Hike
March 15, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
Join us at Jones Lake State Park for a hike to learn about Carolina bays.
American Beech Trail Hike
February 16, 2025, 11am - 12pm
We'll be going on an easy, 0.5-mile hike in the woods. Come prepared to explore the sights and sounds of the piedmont understory with a Park Ranger. Meet at the Picnic Shelter.
Morrow Mountain Bird Walk (GBBC)
February 17, 2025, 9am - 10am
Celebrate the wide world of birds by attending a guided bird count with park staff. All data goes toward the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Be prepared to hike approximately one mile distance on the Fall Mountain Trail over mostly flat ground along the Lake Tillery shoreline. Limited binoculars available. Bring your own if you have them. A bird checklist and field guides will be available for participants.
All are welcome but some birdwatching experience is suggested. Meet at the Lake Tillery/Boathouse parking lot.
All are welcome but some birdwatching experience is suggested. Meet at the Lake Tillery/Boathouse parking lot.
Morrow Mountain Bird Walk (GBBC)
February 16, 2025, 9am - 10am
Celebrate the wide world of birds by attending a guided bird count with park staff. All data goes toward the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Be prepared to hike approximately one mile distance around the Quarry Trail and surrounding picnicking area. Limited binoculars available. Bring your own if you have them. A bird checklist and field guides will be available for participants.
All are welcome but some birdwatching experience is suggested. Meet at Shelter C near the Lower Picnic parking lot.
All are welcome but some birdwatching experience is suggested. Meet at Shelter C near the Lower Picnic parking lot.
National Walk Your Dog Day Hike
February 22, 2025, 11am - 12pm
Attention all Bark Rangers: Today is National Walk Your Dog Day!
Show your appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend” by taking them on a guided hike on the Three Rivers Trail. This trail is approximately one mile long with beautiful views of the Confluence of the Yadkin-Pee Dee rivers. Meet at the trailhead located in the Boathouse parking lot.
Show your appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend” by taking them on a guided hike on the Three Rivers Trail. This trail is approximately one mile long with beautiful views of the Confluence of the Yadkin-Pee Dee rivers. Meet at the trailhead located in the Boathouse parking lot.