Uwharrie National Forest

Park

Troy, NC

Uwharrie National Forest offers hiking, mountain biking, OHV riding, horseback riding, and camping in central North Carolina.

  • OHV trail riding and camping
  • horseback riding and horse camping
  • mountain biking

Kings Mountain Point Recreation Area

Park

NC

Kings Mountain Point Recreation Area offers day-use picnic access on 5,350-acre Badin Lake in the Uwharrie National Forest.

  • Day-use picnicking beside Badin Lake
  • Shoreline fishing for catfish, bream, largemouth bass, or striped bass
  • Recreation near Troy within the Uwharrie National Forest

Uwharrie 100 Mile Trail Run

Park

Mt Gilead, NC

Uwharrie 100 stages 100-mile and 100K trail races on a 20.5-mile single-track Uwharrie National Forest course with three aid stations per loop.

  • Ultra runners seeking a 100-mile or 100K race
  • Runners wanting a technical, rocky, root-filled single-track course
  • Runners preparing for a demanding race with 3,484 feet of elevation gain per loop

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FAQ

What activities are available at Uwharrie National Forest?

Activities include hiking, mountain biking, OHV trail riding, horseback riding, horse camping, fishing, non-motorized boating, scenic viewing, and recreational or target shooting.

Can I fish at Kings Mountain Point Recreation Area while the pier is closed?

Yes. Shoreline fishing is allowed while the floating fishing pier is being renovated; the lake contains catfish, bream, largemouth bass, and white and striped bass.

Does Kings Mountain Point Recreation Area offer overnight camping?

The supplied information identifies it as a day-use picnic and fishing area and specifically lists overnight camping as a reason to choose another site.

How difficult is the Uwharrie 100 trail race?

The course is nearly all single track, with rocky and root-filled terrain and 3,484 feet of elevation gain and loss per 20.5-mile loop. The 100-mile and 100K races have a 36-hour cutoff.

Are park fees or permits required?

The supplied listings do not state current entrance, camping, pavilion, OHV, or event fees. The Uwharrie 100 does hold a U.S. Forest Service Special Use Permit, while pavilion reservations are available at Kings Mountain Point.