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Guest suite in Gold Hill
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviewsA Simpler Time; Step Back and Experience Gold Hill
Jan 1 – 8
Home in Troy
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviewsGray Horse Haven
May 28 – Jun 4
Camper/RV in Star
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviewsBigfoot's Backyard - Uwharrie RV Retreat
Mar 16 – 23
Cottage in Mount Gilead
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviewsCute Private Home Close to Tillery-Boat & Pets OK!
Oct 1 – 8
Camper/RV in New London
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviewsSparrow's Nest - Cozy Camper
Mar 23 – 30
Cottage in New London
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviewsLakeview Cottage-Amazing Views in Badin Shores
Aug 3 – 10
Tiny home in Asheboro
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews5 min to NC Zoo | Hilltop Hideaway Tiny House
Dec 15 – 22
Tent in Davidson County
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsUwharrie Mountains elevated glamping New London NC
Mar 24 – 31
Your guide to Uwharrie
Welcome to Uwharrie
One of North Carolina’s many lush expanses of land, Uwharrie National Forest unfurls across 52,000 acres that straddle three counties. Time slows down in these parts as Mother Nature takes center stage, with the Uwharrie, Yadkin, and Pee Dee rivers bypassing the forest and providing ample opportunity for leisurely water activities like fishing and kayaking. Uwharrie is also one of four national forests in North Carolina, located smack in the state’s center; it’s home to the mountain range of the same name, whose peaks are thought to have been formed by ancient ocean volcanoes.
This area is full of Native American artifacts and other remnants from early residents, including the Town Creek Indian Mound, a prehistoric archeological site near Mount Gilead that has helped researchers understand how the first inhabitants used the land. It’s also home to Morrow Mountain State Park, the largest known prehistoric quarry in North Carolina, with 15 miles of hiking trails and 16 miles of bridle trails. Just outside Uwharrie National Forest, you’ll find a handful of wineries, as well as several small towns; among them, Seagrove is lauded for its multitude of pottery studios, while Asheboro, Albemarle, and Troy are where you’ll find many of the area’s vacation rentals.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Uwharrie
Fall is a beautiful season in North Carolina and the best time to visit Uwharrie, as the dense forest in this part of the state promises a tapestry of colors; peak foliage usually hits in October. Crowds are also smaller in fall months than in summer, though summer temperatures are warmer for visiting the forest’s many swimming holes. If you’re coming to Uwharrie to hike, you’ll want to avoid the hottest time of summer, July and August, which also coincides with a spike in visitors.
Top things to do in Uwharrie
Badin Lake Recreation Area
Located within the national forest, Badin Lake is where locals in the know — swimmers, boaters, and anglers among them — take advantage of the substantial day-use facilities, which include a swimming beach, fishing piers, and a picnic pavilion at King's Mountain Point.
North Carolina Pottery Center
The Appalachian region of North Carolina is known for its high-quality craftspeople, many of whom display their creations at the North Carolina Pottery Center, home to one of the largest collections of working potters in the country. In addition to exhibitions and its colorful gift shop, the pottery center hosts summer camps and classes, workshops, and talks devoted to all things clay.
Pisgah Covered Bridge
One of Uwharrie’s most photographed spots is this 54-foot covered bridge, built over the Little River in 1911 for a price of $40; no longer in use, it has collapsed and been rebuilt on more than one occasion, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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