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uwharrie national forest

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Written in Stone: North Carolina’s Rock Formations

According to Cherokee legend, when the Earth was created, the Great Buzzard flew low over the flat land, his beating wings sculpting mountains and valleys below. Today, science offers its own explanations for our state’s geological marvels.

by Rebecca Woltz
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7 Scenic Drives to Take in the Piedmont

Spend a day driving on a beautiful North Carolina byway through rolling farmland and foothills, past vineyards and rock formations, and into a remote forest — and find out the best places to stop for food, fun, and stunning views along the way.

by Rebecca Woltz
Travel

10 Beautiful Places to Go Stargazing in NC

Where to stop and look up from mountains to coast.

by Our State Staff
Features

Sacred Land: Tactical Off-Roading in the Uwharries National Forest

The ancient Uwharries aren’t the biggest mountains in North Carolina, but for off-road ramblers in rugged 4x4s, they’re a muddy mess of fun. These drivers know just how tough — and how fragile — this landscape really is.

by Jen Tota McGivney
Ramblin' Man: Discovering Native American Artifacts in the Uwharrie Mountains
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Ramblin’ Man: Discovering Native American Artifacts in the Uwharrie Mountains

Winter winds uncover a trove of arrowheads in the Hardaway archaeological site from North Carolina’s earliest residents.

by T. Edward Nickens
Family Tradition: Saturday Drive
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Family Tradition: Saturday Drive

The wind in your hair, the sun on your face: Adventure is easy when you’re cruising in a convertible. Especially when your destination is the Uwharrie National Forest.

by Drew Perry

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