All parks will be closed on Christmas day, December 25.
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
Snorkel Quest
August 26, 2025, 1pm - 2:30pm
Try your hand at snorkeling in the scenic lake!
Mountains to Sea Trail's 48th Anniversary Celebration Hike
September 11, 2025, 8am - 10am
Hike from Jennette's Pier to JORI.
Mindfulness Hike to Tory's Falls
August 20, 2025, 10am - 11am
Reflect in peace at Tory's Den!
Twilight Waterfall Hike
August 16, 2025, 7pm - 8pm
Come out and hike as the sun begins to set!
Leave No Trace Hike
August 12, 2025, 10am - 12pm
Learn about Leave No Trace!
Doctor Kron House Tour
August 3, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
The Kron family lived near Morrow Mountain in the mid- to late-19th century. Francis Kron was renowned as the region's first medical doctor and also served the community in other capacities. Tour the family homesite with park staff and learn about their unique place in Stanly County history. Drop ins are welcome from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. No advanced registration is required.
Who Lives In A Tree?
August 1, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
Who or what really does live in a tree?
National TRACK Trails Day Hike
August 16, 2025, 11am - 12pm
Our park staff will be leading a guided hike on the Quarry Trail, which is our designated TRACK Trail. This is an easy and family-friendly hike that will cover the geology of the Uwharries, and the history of the CCC at Morrow Mountain State Park. We will utilize many of the informative and interactive brochures provided by the Kids In Parks organization.
National TRACK Trails Day Hike
August 16, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
Help us celebrate Kip and Track for National TRACK Trails Day! We’ll be going on an easy, 0.5-mile hike in the woods.
Morrow Mountain Bird Walk
July 25, 2025, 8:30am - 10am
Join park staff for a guided bird walk along the shores of Lake Tillery and part of the Fall Mountain Trail. This is one of the best spots at Morrow Mountain State Park to view Bald Eagles and Ospreys fishing for their next meal. Birdwatchers of all experience levels and abilities are welcome to attend.
Bring your binoculars and a camera if you have one. It will be a great opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Bird checklists and field guides will be provided to help with bird identification. Be prepared to hike up to one and half miles over uneven ground. We will meet at the
Bring your binoculars and a camera if you have one. It will be a great opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Bird checklists and field guides will be provided to help with bird identification. Be prepared to hike up to one and half miles over uneven ground. We will meet at the