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Lake Tillery at Morrow Mountain State Park
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Swimming Pool Closure   

Swimming Pool is closed for the season due to major infrastructure issues affecting the safety of visitors.  Renovations are are being scheduled to make necessary repairs.

 Last updated on: Friday, May 28, 2021

Overnight Reservations Required Before Arrival   

Camping and cabin reservations are REQUIRED before arrival. There are no walk-up reservations. Visitors must book reservations online and arrive before 9:00 p.m. on the day of reservation. 

 Last updated on: Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Boat House Update   

The Boat House is officially open for the 2021 season! The operating hours are 10am - 5pm Saturdays and Sundays. Boat rentals will resume on Saturday, May 8 at $10 per hour, $25 for half-day, or $45 for full-day. Covid precautions will limit availability of life jackets each day. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Rentals will be suspended for the day when life jackets run out. Visitors may bring their own life-jackets as long as they are US Coast Guard approved, in good condition, properly fitting and worn at all times while on the rental boats. 

 Last updated on: Sunday, May 23, 2021

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Laurel Trail

Named for the mountain laurel found along it, this trail is approximately 0.6 mile long. At times, it meanders along Sugarloaf Creek and passes near the park's vacation cabins. This loop trail starts by the museum and is perfect for those that seek a short hike. A section of the Morrow Mountain Trail connects the Laurel Trail to the Sugarloaf Mountain Trail for those seeking a longer and more adventurous hike.

Trail Location: 
Trailhead is located next to the museum.
Trail Length: 
0.60 miles
Trail Type: 
loop
Trail Difficulty: 
easy hike
Trail Use: 
Hiking
Trail Surface: 
natural surface
boardwalk/bridge
water crossings
Trail Blaze: 
red hexagons
Bridle trails:

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Map of North Carolina – Morrow Mountain State Park

Contact the park
 

704-982-4402

morrow.mountain@ncparks.gov
 

Address
 

Park office

49104 Morrow Mountain Road
Albemarle, NC 28001

GPS: 35.3737, -80.0735

 

Hours
 

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  • December to February:
    7:00am to 7:00pm

 

  • March:
    7:00am to 8:00pm

 

  • April:
    7:00am to 9:00pm

 

  • May to September:
    7:00am to 10:00pm

 

  • October:
    7:00am to 9:00pm

 

  • November:
    7:00am to 8:00pm
     
  • Closed Christmas Day
     

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  • Open 8:00am to 4:30pm
     
  • Hours may change on state holidays and weekends.
     

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  • OPEN
     
  • Closed Christmas Day
     

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  • CLOSED​
  • August hours may vary depending on staff.
     

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  • ​Saturday and Sunday, 10am - 5pm