🥾 ActiveDay trip · from Charlotte, NC

Piney Ridges & Hidden Waterfall Trails

Discover cascading waterfalls and ancient forest ridges while exploring Uwharrie's pristine wilderness just outside Charlotte.

Day 1 — Uwharrie National Forest

🚗 3 hr 39 min driving📍 3 stops

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Morning

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Drive

Charlotte, NC → Uwharrie National Forest

1 hr 31 min8:00 AM → 9:31 AM

Uwharrie National Forest

★ 4.7

Escape into 50,000 acres of pristine wilderness where hiking trails wind through ancient mountains, offering solitude and stunning natural beauty just an hour from the city.

9:31 AM📍 See location

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Afternoon

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Drive

Uwharrie National Forest → Morrow Mountain State Park

14 min12:00 PM → 12:14 PM

Morrow Mountain State Park

★ 4.8

Hike the scenic tower trail to the 2,421-foot summit for 360-degree Piedmont views, then cool off swimming in Lake Morrow's clear waters or exploring the historic Morrow Mountain Tower and museum exhibits.

12:14 PM📍 See location

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Evening

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Drive

Morrow Mountain State Park → Zeno's Italian Restaurant

19 min5:00 PM → 5:19 PM

Zeno's Italian Restaurant

★ 4.3

Savor authentic Italian cuisine in a charming, rustic setting that transports you to a cozy trattoria, making it the perfect dinner destination after a day of exploring nearby outdoor attractions.

5:19 PM📍 See location

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Drive

Zeno's Italian Restaurant → Charlotte, NC

1 hr 35 min6:19 PM → 7:54 PM

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