Join a Ranger for a walk along the remnants of the Bean Shoals Canal wall. This failed project attempted to make the Bean Shoals navigable by small bateau in the 1820s. Come hear the story of this attempt to make the Yadkin a thoroughfare of commerce. Duration – 1-hour, total distance 1 mile. Meet at the Bean Shoals Canal Trail in the Bean Shoals Access of Pilot Mountain State Park.
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The public comment period for the 2025-2030 NC Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) is open.
Members of the public may leave their comments using the provided survey. For more information, visit the 2025-2030 NC Outdoor Recreation Plan webpage.