UPCOMING EVENTS
- Sunday May 20
Chestnut Oak Nature Trail Hike - Sunday May 20
Black Bears @ Hanging Rock - Friday May 25
Wildlife Spotting by Canoe - Friday May 25
Foothill Hayride Royces MusicJam
The Dan River
The Dan River bisects Stokes County from the deep, mountainous ravines of its northwest corner to the broad, rolling landscape of its southeastern border. Along the way the river passes by quiet rural communities and steep forested ridges; the occasional vacation cabin and sentinels of stone cliffs. Bordered by leaning river birch, towering hemlock, delicate dogwoods and thickets of rhodo dendron, the Dan is an intimate river. Steeped in history, wildlife and modern recreation, the Dan is a resource like no other in the Piedmont.
Hart’s Access to Hanging Rock Access
12.4 miles / 4 to 6 hrs
Moratock Park Access to Snow Creek Access
3.75 miles / 2 to 2.5 hrs
Hanging Rock Access to Moratock Park Access
5.9 miles / 2 to 3 hrs (boat), 4 to 5 hrs (tube)
Hemlock River Access to Snow Creek Access
5.25 miles / 2.5 to 3 hrs
B&B Carp Lake 336-591-4944
Fishing venue owned by Herman and Randy Bullins. Open all day Thursday through Sunday.
Carolina Ziplines 336-972-7656
Offers the adventurous souls a thrilling opportunity to soar through the forest treetops high above the forest floor. The canopy tour involves traversing from one platform to another along a steel cable suspended up to 50 feet above the forest floor and spanning distances of 100-1000 feet.
Danbury General Store 336-593-8780
Tube rentals for floating down the Dan River; shuttle service available. Season is late May through mid-September.
Hanging Rock Gem Mine (336) 593-3359
Enjoy the unique experience of sleuthing through mineral buckets to find the treasures hidden within. The Gem Mine encourages the education of geology, minerals, rocks and the Earth
Hanging Rock State Park 336-593-8480
A 7,000 acre park with more than 18 miles of maintained trails leading to vistas, waterfalls, sparkling streams, a 12 acre lake and historic Civilian Conservation Corps facilities. Set over the highest peaks of the Sauratown Mountains, with recreational areas, camping, observation tower and rock climbing, by permit.
Hemlock Golf Course 336-591-7934
A scenic par 70 golf course situated along the Dan River that has been operated by the Robertson Family since 1969. Hemlock Golf Club is very affordable and challenging for golfers of all skill levels.
Hillside Market Dan River Tubing 336-593-8736
www.hillsidedanrivertubing.com
Tubing rentals, also gas, grocery & grill
Horne Creek Living Historical Farm 336-325-2298
www.nchistoricsites.org/horne/horne.htm
Once the Hauser family farm, Horne Creek (part of North Carolina Historic Sites) enables visitors to experience farm life in North Carolina's northwestern Piedmont circa 1900. The site features the family's original farm house, a tobacco curing barn, a corn crib, adjacent fields under cultivation, and even a heritage apple orchard. Through programs ranging from old fashioned ice cream socials to an annual corn shucking frolic, Horne Creek Living Historical Farm provides a unique opportunity to learn about our rural past. Open: Tuesday - Saturday--9 a.m.-5 p.m., Closed Sundays, Mondays, and most major holidays. No fees except for events sponsored by Horne Creek Farm's support group (nominal fees). Donations are accepted and appreciated.
Jessup Mill and Farm on the Dan River 336-351-0903
Welcome to Jessup Mill – Stokes County’s most unique outdoor recreation destination! Jessup Mill is the 100-year-old restored grist mill, standing on the banks of the Dan River, less than 30 minutes from Hanging Rock State Park and Pilot Mountain State Park. Whether you’re coming to check out an event, or simply see what we’ve got at the mill, a family-friendly atmosphere, lots to do, and new and old friends stopping by daily. We’d like to meet you!
Riverview Golf Course 336-548-6908
A 9-hole course along the Dan River.
Sauratown Trail
An official section of the NC Mountains to the Sea Trail that connects Pilot Mountain State Park on the west side and Hanging Rock State Park on the east side. The trail is approximately 35 miles long. Trails are open most of the year to all horseback riders and hikers.
Sertoma 4-H Educational Center 336-593-8057
Located at historic Vade Mecum Springs near Danbury, the Center covers over 800 acres. Available for reunions, retreats, and weddings. Summer youth camp takes place in June and July. The mission of the 4-H Center is to create helping relationships to enable youth to become responsible, productive citizens.
Singletree Gun and Plough 336-593-2155
www.singletreegunandplough.com
An elegantly rustic bed and breakfast hunting lodge located adjacent to Hanging Rock State Park, three miles from Danbury, the county seat of Stokes County, North Carolina. We have one thousand acres of natural wonderland bordered by the rushing Dan River on our North and 7,000 acres of State Park on our south. We offer guided Whitetail Deer and Turkey hunts and Fly-fishing. Off season we accommodate guests in our 6 bedroom lodge. Come see us for a great adventure!
Speedway 311 336-427-0816
Race track, Dirt track
Stonewall Golf Course 336-591-4653
18-hole course featuring 5,222 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70 . The course rating is 63.1 and it has a slope rating of 100.
The Dan River Company 336-593-2628
Provides professional rental and shuttle services on the Dan River, and is located in the foothills of the Sauratown Mountain Range and adjacent to Hanging Rock State Park in Danbury, North Carolina. Rent canoes, kayaks and Sit on Tops, or bring your own boats.
The Vineyard Camp (336) 351-2070
Covers 250 forested acres on Brown Mountain. The Vineyard is more than just an outstanding sports camp and conference center, it is a ministry dedicated to discipleship.
Tokota Horse Stables 336-972-8897
Offering full boarding, overnight boarding, electrical/water hookup, tent camping, basic-advanced riding lessons for all ages, scenic mountain trail rides, birthday parties, summer riding camps, professional services and equine clinics.
YMCA Camp Hanes 336-983-3131
Since 1927, YMCA Camp Hanes has been creating summer camp memories that last a lifetime. It is also a venue for conferences and retreats and offer hands-on environmental education for students of all ages. The camp is located at the base of Sauratown Mountain, just 30 minutes north of Winston-Salem.
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