Start It, Stanly! Hike It!
- Date Sat 18th October 2025 - Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Albemarle, North Carolina
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your hiking boots and embrace the great outdoors at the "Start It, Stanly! Hike It!" event, taking place every other Saturday from October 18 to November 29, 2025, in the scenic Morrow Mountain State Park, Albemarle, NC. This invigorating series, part of the beloved Start It, Stanly! Health and Wellness initiative, invites everyone to step away from technology and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for free guided hikes at 8:30 a.m., featuring various trails including Sugarloaf Trail, Falls Trail, Hattaway Mountain Trail, and the final hike on Morrow Mountain Trail. Each hike offers a unique experience, perfect for individuals, families, or groups looking to promote physical activity while soaking in the stunning landscapes. Remember to dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear to ensure a safe and enjoyable adventure. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and your community—mark your calendars for an unforgettable hiking experience!
Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for free guided hikes at 8:30 a.m., featuring various trails including Sugarloaf Trail, Falls Trail, Hattaway Mountain Trail, and the final hike on Morrow Mountain Trail. Each hike offers a unique experience, perfect for individuals, families, or groups looking to promote physical activity while soaking in the stunning landscapes. Remember to dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear to ensure a safe and enjoyable adventure. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and your community—mark your calendars for an unforgettable hiking experience!
Organiser's Description
We are bringing back a favorite in the Start It, Stanly! Health and Wellness Series, HIKE IT! Atrium Health Stanly has partnered with Morrow Mountain State Park to provide this exciting opportunity. Come by yourself, with a friend, family, or bring a whole group to enjoy the chance to get away from technology while being physically active. Sign up for these FREE sessions today!
Participants should dress appropriately for the weather and most importantly, trail appropriate shoes. Flip Flops, sandals and open toed shoes are NOT appropriate. In the event of inclement weather, we will send an email to participants.
We will hike EVERY OTHER SATURDAY beginning October 18, then on November 1, 15 and final hike on November 29. All hikes begin at 8:30 a.m. Please be sure to follow the schedule below for starting point.
MORROW MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
49104 Morrow Mountain Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
**PLEASE NOTE THAT PARKING WILL VARY BASED ON THE TRAIL.**
OCTOBER 18 @ 8:30AM - SUGARLOAF TRAIL
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
NOVEMBER 1 @ 8:30AM - FALLS TRAIL
Meet in the parking area located near the Morrow Mountain boat launch and boat rental facility.
NOVEMBER 15 @8 8:30AM - HATTAWAY MOUNTAIN TRAIL
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
NOVEMBER 29 @ 8:30AM - MORROW MOUTAIN TRAIL ** FINAL HIKE**
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
**In the event of inclement weather, hikes may be canceled. In such cases, please check our Facebook event page or you may contact Daniel Harkey at 704-984-8997 for information regarding weather issues and canceled hikes.
Morrow Mountain Trail Map: MOMO Trail map [https://www.ncparks.gov/maps/morrow-mountain-state-park-map/open]
Participants should dress appropriately for the weather and most importantly, trail appropriate shoes. Flip Flops, sandals and open toed shoes are NOT appropriate. In the event of inclement weather, we will send an email to participants.
We will hike EVERY OTHER SATURDAY beginning October 18, then on November 1, 15 and final hike on November 29. All hikes begin at 8:30 a.m. Please be sure to follow the schedule below for starting point.
MORROW MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
49104 Morrow Mountain Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
**PLEASE NOTE THAT PARKING WILL VARY BASED ON THE TRAIL.**
OCTOBER 18 @ 8:30AM - SUGARLOAF TRAIL
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
NOVEMBER 1 @ 8:30AM - FALLS TRAIL
Meet in the parking area located near the Morrow Mountain boat launch and boat rental facility.
NOVEMBER 15 @8 8:30AM - HATTAWAY MOUNTAIN TRAIL
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
NOVEMBER 29 @ 8:30AM - MORROW MOUTAIN TRAIL ** FINAL HIKE**
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
**In the event of inclement weather, hikes may be canceled. In such cases, please check our Facebook event page or you may contact Daniel Harkey at 704-984-8997 for information regarding weather issues and canceled hikes.
Morrow Mountain Trail Map: MOMO Trail map [https://www.ncparks.gov/maps/morrow-mountain-state-park-map/open]
Races
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Start It, Stanly! Hike It!
Sat 18th October 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
By registering for this event, you are eligible to participate any or all of the Hiking sessions. These sessions are not races, just hikes. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather. You are also welcome to bring healthy snacks and water on the trail. Every hiking session will begin at 8:00 a.m.
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