National Forests in North Carolina : Recreation

Avery Creek Trailhead

Site Open

Avery Creek Valley Composite

7.7 miles — ModerateFeatures: Streams, waterfalls, uphill climbs0.0 milesFrom FS477 parking lot, start on Buckhorn Gap Trail (#103)(orange blaze)1.4 milesTurn left onto Twin Falls Trail (#604)…

Avey Branch Boat Launch

Site Open

Boat ramp and canoe launch on Santeetlah Reservoir are maintained in coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

Babel Tower Trail

A mile trail that begins on Kistler Mermorial Hwy goes to a rock overlook.

Bad Fork Trail

2.0 mi - Difficult - This trail requires a car switch if you want to avoid backtracking. Most begin from the upper end and hike downhill. The trail begins on the gravel access road mentioned above.…

Badin Horse Camp

Site Open

This is a primitive camping area where people camp in self contained RV/Horse Trailers. It is located in an open field with tie outs for the horses.Campers must take their trash with them or take it…

Badin Lake Campground

Site Open

Bordering the lakeshore and under the shade of pines and hardwoods, Badin Lake Campground offers a year-round retreat for swimmers, boaters, and anglers. The campground has 35 non-electric sites…

Badin Lake Group Camp

Site Open

Badin Group Camp was developed for use by clubs, families and other groups up to 50 people. The camp includes three separate areas to accommodate large groups. Each site is limited to a group of no…

Badin Lake Hiking Trail

The Badin Lake Hiking Trail is a loop trail that follows the shore of Badin Lake for half its distance, then loops back through hardwood forest to Cove Boat Ramp. The trail is a 5.6 miles loop rated…

Badin Lake OHV Trail Complex

The Uwharrie National Forest provides the only public off-highway vehicle (OHV) or motorized trail system in the Piedmont Region of North Carolina. The motorized trails are located in the Badin Lake…