State of North Carolina
Historic Badin
Lake Tillery and Badin Lake
Morrow Mountain State Park
North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro
Seagrove pottery
Capel Incorporated rugs
Town Creek Indian Mound
Uwharrie National Forest
Golf
EDC/Chamber of Commerce
Montgomery County
Town of Biscoe
Montgomery Community College
Town of Mt. Gilead
Montgomery County Schools
Historic Badin
Follow a North Carolina Scenic Byway as it curls under Morrow Mountain, winds through the lush fields of Valley Drive and drops gently into Badin. On the National Register of Historic Places, this village in northeastern Stanly County offers the visitor a pleasant pause in a quaint setting. Drop in at the Town Hall for a map of the area and grab your camera for a walking tour down narrow lanes, past old French Colonial houses.
Have lunch at the Stanly County Country Club and stroll to the southern end of Badin Lake where you can swim, picnic, or take a sail. Drop a fishing line or watch for a bald eagle.
Lakes Badin and Tillery
Cool off in the summer while swimming or fishing in one of these beautiful lakes. Large enough for recreational boating, these lakes provide the perfect environment for a weekend retreat.
Morrow Mountain State Park
Morrow Mountain State Park is located in the ancient Uwharrie Mountains. This beautiful landscape is the result of powerful geological forces that began millions of years ago. Of the four major peaks in the park (Morrow, Sugarloaf, Hattaway, and Fall), Morrow Mountain is the highest at an elevation of 936 feet.
- Camping
Choose from 106 campsites for tents and RVs. Each site in the family campground is equipped with a picnic table and grill. Drinking water and modern restrooms with showers which are open March 15 to November 30, are conveniently located. Backpack into the woods for primitive camping in a wilderness setting. A two-mile hike from the park office leads to the primitive campground. Pit toilets are provided in the camping area, but drinking water and all other supplies must be carried out. The group tent camping area is located near the river and is accessed by a gravel loop road. Six sites, each with picnic tables and fire circle, provide a wilderness camping experience for organized groups. Reservations are required and a modest fee is charged.
- Water Sports
Fishing: Cast your line on Lake Tillery or fish from the river banks. Game fish include largemouth bass, striped bas, white bass, crappie, perch, bluegill and catfish. A North Carolina fishing license is required.
Swimming: Take a plunge. A dip in the swimming pool is the perfect way to cool off after a long hike. Open June through Labor Day, all swimming facilities are handicapped accessible.
Boating: A boat ramp at the end of the park road will put you on the water. To the left of the launch, a paved parking lot provides a base from which to enjoy the surrounding facilities. Rowboats and canoes may be rented at the boathouse located at the end of the parking area.
- Trails Hiking
Choose from a short self-guided nature trail or a more extensive hike into the woodlands. Up mountain slopes, through hardwood forests and along gentle streams, Morrow Mountain has more than 17 miles of designated hiking trails.
- Bridle
Wander through forests, follow beautiful Mountain Creek or ride the loop around the base of Morrow Mountain. Equestrians may enjoy the park from 16 miles of bridle trails.
For Reservation and Fee Information Contact:
Morrow Mountain State Park
49104 Morrow Mountain Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
Asheboro, North Carolina
Visit www.nczoo.org for more information.
Imagine a herd of antelope grazing on an open plain. Or perhaps a lush tropical forest, alive with the sounds and colors of exotic birds. Or perhaps a desert, with towering cactus and basking lizards. That's what we imagined for the North Carolina Zoo. That's why this zoo is different from most zoos. At the North Carolina Zoo you don't have to imagine the wild places of Africa and North America. Our exhibits can take you there. Visitor services include free parking, picnic area, lockers, gift shops, restaurants, trams, refreshment stands, camera loan, outdoor amphitheater and stroller and wagon rental. Complimentary wheelchairs available on firs-come basis.
Open Every Day Of The Year 9am - 5pm
School groups should call the Education Division at (910) 879-7700, other groups should call the Marketing Division at (910) 879-7200 for group rates and registration.
North Carolina Zoological Park
4401 Zoo Parkway
Asheboro, NC 27203
(704) 982-4402
Seagrove, North Carolina
Visit www.ncpotterycenter.com for more information. Within a few miles of the village of Seagrove is one of the largest groups of working potters in the United States. Continuing the centuries old tradition of turning and burning pots, the potteries are generally open Monday through Saturday during normal working hours. To be sure that the shops you wish to visit are open, please call ahead.
For A Map of Seagrove Area Potteries Contact:
Asheboro/Randolph County Chamber of Commerce
1-800-488-0444 Seagrove Potteries
Town Creek Indian Mound
Located near the Montgomery-Richmond County line. This, the only known site of an Indian temple mound in piedmont North Carolina, is a fine example of the wealth of early American artifacts and culture which make this region son unique and very important to Native American scholars from across the southeast and the nation.
Town Creek is a reconstructed ceremonial center created by the Creek Indians who occupied this area from around 1250 to 1450 AD. A stockade surrounds the grounds and reconstructed buildings including a temple atop an earthen mound, a minor temple near the river, a mortuary, and a plaza area with a game pole. No one lived within the compound except priests, but it served as a fortified refuge, a place for important discussions, and the site of religious ceremonies and political activities. Archaeological research at the site began in 1936. Today much of the site has been excavated and the information gained has been used to guide reconstruction. A visitor center adjacent to the site features displays interpreting the life of the Creek Indians.
(910) 626-2626 Town Creek Indian Mound
Uwharrie National Forest
Visit www.gorp.com for more information.
Developed Recreation Opportunities The Uwharrie National Forest offers a wide variety of entertainment for your enjoyment. We offer camping, lake swimming, boating, hunting, hiking, off-the-rood vehicle (ORV) use, horse riding, biking, and gold panning. Developed recreation opportunities on the Uwharrie National Forest center around Badin Lake. The Badin complex is reached by taking SR 109 approximately 15 miles NW of Troy, or SR 109 about 10 miles SE of its junction with SR 49 in Davidson County. There are 37 individual campsites at the Badin Lake Campground. Cost is $8 per site per night. The Badin Lake Group Camp has 3 areas set aside for camping and they are very popular with Scouts, church groups, family groups and others. The group areas will each accommodate up to 20 persons. Cost is $15 per night per site and reservations must be made in advance a the District Office.
All of the above areas have community toilets and water spigots. No electric hook-ups are available. There are 54 individual campsites at the Arrowhead Campground. Cost for non-electrical hook-up is $12 per night; electrical hook-up is $15 per night. The best route to access this area is to take SR 109 approximately 16 miles NW of Troy, or SR 109 about 9 miles SE of its junction with SR 49 in Davidson County and turn on Mullinix Road, go to the end of the road and turn right on FR 554, go to FR 597, turn left on FR 597B and turn right. A horse camp is also available for $5 per night. It is located on FR 554. Badin Lake Horse Camp located on FR 554 and Deep Water Trail Horse Camp located on FR 576 are available for $5 per night. Within the Badin complex you will also find picnic areas, a boat launch site, and parking lots which allows access to 16 miles of ORV trails.
Dispersed Recreation Opportunities Dispersed recreation opportunities are available within the Uwharrie National Forest. The 5,000 acre Birkhead Mountains Wilderness is located at the extreme northern end of the District, about seven miles southwest of Asheboro in Randolph County. There are excellent opportunities for hiking, primitive camping and hunting. Topography ranges from gentle to moderate. Two parking lots are available in the W and SW corner of the wilderness of SF 1107 (Lassiter Mill Rd.). Primitive camping is available for individuals, families, or groups at Yates Place, East Morris Mountain, and West Morris Mountain. The only facilities currently available are toilets, fire grills, and picnic tables. Primary users are hunters, Scouts, and those desiring the primitive camping experience. Hunter's definitely take advantage of our primitive camping opportunities during the hunting season, which is governed by state gameland regulations. Hiking and backpacking options include the 21 mile Uwharrie National Recreation Trail, the 10 mile Dutchman's Creek Trail, and the 3 mile Denson's Creek Trail. Other hiking trails are available.
To request more information contact us at the phone number of address below. Access parking areas are available for each trail. Hiking possibilities exist in the Birkhead Wilderness area on both developed trails and for cross-country hiking. There are also numerous trails and paths for hiking in the Badin Recreation area. The ORV trail system includes about 16 miles of trails which can be used by 4-wheel drive jeeps and trucks, 4-wheelers, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, and horseback riders. The cost per vehicle/bike/horse is $3 per day or $30 seasonal pass. One small section of the trail between Falls Dam trail and Dickey Bell trail can not be used by 4-wheel vehicles. In the future the Forest hopes to have separate trails for ORV, bikes, and horses. At the present time we do have a 8-mile mountain bike trail, Supertree Loop Mountain Bike Trail, in the same location as our Uwharrie Recreation Trail off Hwy. 24/27 south of Troy. Boating, canoeing, gold planning, and free firewood permits for personal use are also available on the Uwharrie National Forest.
For More Information: Uwharrie and Birkhead Wilderness maps are available at the office for $4 each. We also have 16 different topography maps comprising the Uwharrie Forest and surrounding area available for $4 each or $7.50 if shipping is required. If you would like a brochure or general information you can reach the office at 910-576-6391.
Office hours are from 8:00-4:30 PM Monday - Friday or write to us at:
Uwharrie National Forest
789 NC Hwy. 24/27 East
Troy, NC 27371-9332
Golf
Pinehurst area www.pinehurst.com
Pinehurst Resort is a place of timeless golf traditions and incomparable experiences - and it's yours to explore. We invite you to take a closer look as we detail our superior service, world-class accommodations and renowned amenities. We know you'll understand why, once you've seen it for yourself, Nothing Compares to Pinehurst.
Uwharrie Point www.uwharriepoint.com
Discover one of renowned designer Tom Fazio's finest golf courses, The Old North State Club at Uwharrie Point. Incredibly, he has worked with the land and the surrounding shores of Badin Lake to develop a spectacular course that has been voted the number two golf course in North Carolina by North Carolina Magazine. Those fortunate enough to have played The Old North State Club at Uwharrie Point's scenic and challenging course invariably rank it among their favorites, too.
