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Lake Tillery at Morrow Mountain State Park

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Upcoming Events:

Junior Ranger Day!

Sunday, June 30, 2019 - 3:30pm

Star Party

Saturday, July 13, 2019 - 7:00pm

Read with a Ranger: Apollo 11

Sunday, July 14, 2019 - 3:00pm

Public Meeting June 17 6:30 P.M.

Monday, June 17th at 6:30 pm, Park Lodge

The park will host a public meeting to address the extensive damages to hiking and horse trails from Hurricane Florence and large amounts of rainfall this past winter. Park staff will also discuss volunteer opportunities and explain how trails will be repaired and reopened.

Last updated on: Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Hiking and Horse Trail Closures

All bridle trails have been deemed unsafe and thus CLOSED until further notice due to severe damage to the trail surface caused from heavy rainfall during Hurricane Florence. These damaged trail sections are currently being redesigned and rerouted to make them safe again for visitors.

Last updated on: Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Boathouse and Pool Fees

Boat rentals are $7/hour per boat. This includes canoes, kayaks and standup paddleboards. Swimming pool rates are $6 for adults, $4 for children (3-12 years old) and children under 3 are free. Both of these facilities are open daily, 10am - 5:30 pm.

Last updated on: Sunday, May 26, 2019

Park News

Each of North Carolina’s state parks has special events during the year and news about facilities, trails, staff and park supporters. And, visitors are frequently finding new ways to explore a park’s unique cultural and natural resources. Check these pages to keep abreast of the news at your favorite parks.

Hike It!

Is running outside of your comfort zone? Try hiking!

Carolinas HealthCare System Stanly has partnered with Morrow Mountain State Park to provide this exciting opportunity. There will be a hike every Saturday morning from January 13 through February 24 to give you the opportunity to get physically active in a different way!

These sessions are not races, just hikes. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing as it will be cool in January and February. You are also welcome to bring healthy snacks and water on the trail.

Bridle trails:
CLOSED TODAY

49104 Morrow Mountain Road
Albemarle, NC 28001

704-982-4402
morrow.mountain@ncparks.gov

GPS: 35.373724, -80.07347

December, January & February: 7am - 7pm
March, April & October: 7am - 9pm
May - September: 7am - 10pm
November: 7am - 8pm
Closed Christmas Day.

Museum
10am - 5pm daily

Swimming Pool
10am - 5:30pm daily
Memorial Day - Labor Day
Open seven days a week until August.

Boathouse
10am - 5:30pm daily
March 30th - November 3rd
Open only on weekends before Memorial Day and after Labor Day.

Park Office
8am - 4:30pm Daily
Office hours may deviate on state holidays and weekends.

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Hike It!

CLOSED TODAY