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Lake Tillery at Morrow Mountain State Park
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PARK OFFICE HOURS FOR 10/07/21   

PARK OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED FROM 11AM TILL 1PM

 Last updated on: Thursday, October 7, 2021

Updated Boathouse Hours   

The Boathouse operating hours are Saturdays and Sundays from 10a.m. - 5:30p.m. Boat rentals END at 4:30p.m. Boat rentals are at $10 per hour, $25 for half-day, or $45 for full-day. It is encouraged to bring your 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. The risk of contracting COVID from exposed surfaces is greatly reduced after 72 hours. When renting life jackets, boats, and paddles within 72 hours of previous use, you are at a greater risk of contracting COVID.

 Last updated on: Wednesday, September 8, 2021

OFFICE HOURS   

DUE TO STAFF SHORTAGE, OFFICE HOURS MAY VARY. PLEASE CONTACT THE PARK OFFICE AT 704-982-4402 BEFORE COMING TO THE PARK.

 Last updated on: Wednesday, September 1, 2021

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Upcoming Events:

Fall Wonder Hike
Saturday, October 23, 2021 - 10:00am
Fall Foliage Canoe Trip
Sunday, October 24, 2021 - 9:00am

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:

CLOSED TODAY

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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  • ​Open 7 days per week, 10a.m. until 5:30p.m. Boat rentals end at 5p.m. Weekends only after Labor Day.