Stokes County Tourism
Attractions Accomodations Canoeing and Rafting	Golf Courses Horseback Riding Parks & Recreation

Hanging Rock State Park
Visit "the mountains away from the mountains" and choose your accommodations from cabins to campsites. Sauratown Mountain peaks such as Moores Knob, Hanging Rock, and Cook's Wall rise in sharp contrast to the surrounding Piedmont Plateau. Within the over 6,000-acre park are exquisite scenic views, mountain lake, sheer cliffs and thick forests home to over 300 species of mountain flora. Visitors can enjoy boating, camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking, rock climbing and swimming.

A day trip to the park includes hiking on any of the 12 designated trails, each of which offers spectacular views of waterfalls, rippling creeks, the rolling Piedmont, and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Three picnic shelters are available by reservation. Overnight opportunities include camping in one of the 73 family campground sites conveniently located near tow bathhouses, six family cabins available by advance reservation, and 8 primitive overnight group campsites.

Exhibits depicting the natural and cultural history of the park may be seen at the Visitor Center between 9:00 AM and 5:45 PM during the summer.

Swimming and boat rentals at the 12-acre lake are available from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM. The Hanging Rock Bathhouse, listed on the National Register of Historic Places is available to all swimmers and visitors. Fishing is permitted in the lake and the nearby Dan River, where you can also take leisurely, or not so leisurely canoe or kayak trip.

Rock climbing is permitted in the park via a permit that can be obtained from the Visitor Center. A variety of established climbing routes will entertain seasoned and novice climbers alike.

Hanging Rock State Park is open daily from 8:00 AM until 9:00 PM. For more information on the park, contact 336-593-8480, or visit www.ncsparks.net.

Alice & Mollie Hill House
One of Germanton's most prominent citizens, Dr. Lauriston Hill, lived here. He traveled all about the area delivering babies and ministering to the sick.

Bank of King (1914)
Two-story brick building now occupied by The Herb Merchant. (336) 983-6769

Benjamin Bailey House (mid 1800's)
One of Stokes County's largest Greek Revival dwellings.

Bynum-Watts House (ca. 1870's)
Today, the house has been remodeled as The Squires Inn, a bed and breakfast.

Chaffin House
The original owner of this late Victorian cottage is not certain, but around 1900 it was the residence of Will and Mildred Chaffin.

Chaffin-Vaughn Hotel
Served as a boarding house primarily for teachers and traveling salesmen who would arrive by train and venture out into the countryside to sell their wares.

Christ Episcopal Church (ca. 1886)
Representative of the small Gothic Revival board-and-batten churches built across America during the mid to late nineteenth century. Still very active today, the congregation members enjoy sharing the history of this beautiful and unique house of worship. (336) 591-7727

Covington House (ca.1820)
The big 2 1/2-story frame house was built in two side-by-side sections - for planter William Covington and his son James. It was joined by a broad, 2-tier porch which was generally rare on houses in the Piedmont.

Culler Roller Mill (ca. 1900)
Roller mills generally functioned under steam or electric power and were often found in towns than alongside streams. It remains in operation, producing flour, cornmeal, and animal feed.

Culler-Scott House (ca. 1895)
The Culler-Scott house combines Second Empire, Italianate, and Queen Anne style elements with its 3-stage mansard-roofed tower, asymmetrical massing, and sawn ornament.

Dairi-O
A local "institution", famous for its hotdogs and much more. E. Dalton, King (336) 983-5560

Dan River Art Market
Local artisans and crafts people as well as internationally known artists exhibit their works at this quaint historic Danbury market located on North Main Street, www.stokesarts.com (336) 593-2808

The Dan River Company
DRC's riverside facility, adjacent to Hanging Rock State Park's Dan River Access provides canoe and kayak rentals that include transportation. DRC can arrange trips from 2 hours to 2 days, covering over 40 miles of the Dan River. Located at 1110 Flinchum Road in Danbury www.danrivercompany.com (336) 593-2628

Dan River Cottage
Located in Historic Danbury, along the Dan River and convenient to Hanging Rock State Park, completely furnished with two bedrooms and a queen sleeper sofa, kitchen, TV, VCR.(336) 593-8780

Dan River Trail
The Dan River flows for roughly 60 river miles through Stokes and Rockingham County. The five public access points enable canoeists, rafters and tubers to select the ideal length for their tip.

Danbury General Store
Rents tubes for floating down the Dan River. Shuttle Service available. Tubing season runs from late May through mid-September.(336) 593-8780

Danbury Presbyterian Church (ca. 1893)
Today, it is known as the Danbury Community Church. (336) 593-9592

Danbury Public Library
The Stokes County Historical Society maintains a Stokes County History Room in this Library located at 1007 Main Street, Danbury, NC 27016. (336) 593-2419

Dandelion Soap & Craft Boutique
Hand-made goats milk soap and beauty products. (336) 591-5644

Davis Chapel (ca. 1922)
Began as a place of worship on the James Davis Plantation soon after the Davis family settled on the Dan River in the 1700's. The original building burned in 1922, but was immediately rebuilt by the old plan.

Dodson Hotel (1912)
Built in 1912, this three story hotel remains largely intact.

Double T Farms
Camping and lodging facilities with stables, and a corral located just off the Sauratown Trail near Rockhouse Road.
www.doubletfarm.net
(336) 351-3623

Dr. Ellington Homeplace
Doctor James Hardy Ellington had a medical practice at this location for 50 years.

Ed Styers House
Edward J. Styers, a local merchant, built this house in 1887.

George's Mill (ca. 1881)
The 2-story frame corn mill served farmers for a half-century and then was converted to produce parachute fabric during World War II.

Germanton Fresco
"The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes", a 64 square foot Fresco (a fine art painting executed into plaster using a centuries old technique) by artist Gerald Steinmeyer in 1990 graces the altar of this small ca. 1856 church building.

Germanton Methodist Church (ca. 1856)
"The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes", a 64-square-foot Fresco graces the altar of this small church building.

Germanton Winery & Art Gallery
Offers consumers a variety of quality North Carolina wines harvested from this country setting. In addition to excellent wines, Germanton Gallery represents over 80 artists from around the world. www.germantongallery.com (336) 969-6121

Granny's Attic Antiques
Antiques, country primitives, glassware, hardwood furniture. 203 Main Street, Walnut Cove (336) 591-7957

Hanging Rock Outdoor Center
Located at the entrance to Hanging Rock State Park, the Outdoor Center offers white water and scenic canoe and kayak trips on the Dan and Mayo Rivers. Canoe and kayak instruction, and full service outdoor store. Two locations, Mountaintop Center, 3466 Moores Springs Road and Riverside Instructional Center on Hwy. 89. www.hroconline.com (336) 593-8283

Hanging Rock State Park
A 6,968 acre park with more than 18 miles of maintained trails leading to vistas, waterfalls, sparkling streams, 12 acre lake and historic Civilian Conservation Corps facilities. Hanging Rock State Park encompasses the highest peaks of the Sauratown Mountains, an ancient range named for the Saura Indians. Campgrounds and cabins, picnic areas, fishing, seasonal swimming and boat rentals, observation tower and rock climbing by permit. www.ncsparks.net (336) 593-8480

Hanging Rock State Park Cabins & Campground
Six rustic family vacation cabins and 73 site campground in Hanging Rock State Park.(336) 593-8480

Hemlock Golf Course
A scenic mountain golf course located by the Dan River with Bermuda fairways and bentgrass greens. A shot-makers course; Championship (5603 yards, 66.5 rating, 111 slope); Forward (4990 yards, 68.5 rating, 114 slope); 18 holes, par 70; Open year-round. Located three miles west of Walnut Cove, Hwy. 89. 1050 Lewis Road, Walnut Cove, North Carolina 27052, (336) 591-7934

The Herb Merchant
The Herb Merchant is situated within an historic building that housed the first Bank of Stokes County (circa 1912-1913). Sharon Reid, Proprietress is an herbalist with the recognition of Certified Natural Health Professional (CNHP). www.theherbmerchant.com (336) 983-6769

Hillbilly Hide-A-Way
Restaurant and music hall featuring traditional bluegrass, gospel and country music. 4335 Pine Hall Road, Walnut Cove. (336) 591-4861

Isaac Spainhour House (1890)
According to local tradition this is the oldest house remaining in King.

James Robert Hutchins House (1905)
The original owner operated a sawmill near Sauratown Mountain in Stokes County.

Jessup's Mill (ca. 1910)
The complex powered by the Dan River includes the 3-1/2 story frame turbine-powered roller mill, a 1913 stone and concrete dam with millrace and the former miller's house.

Jomeokee Campground
Jomeokee Campground connects with the corridor horse trail of Pilot Mountain State Park and nearby Horne Creek Living Historical Farm (336) 325-2296

Joseph Edward Johnson Farm (ca. 1904)
The well-preserved early 20th century farmstead retains a smokehouse, a privy, a corncrib, feed barn, woodshed, a tobacco pack house, animal pens, and other outbuildings.

Just Plain Country Folk Art & Crafts
Original tobacco art, unique gifts and antiques. Main Street, Walnut Cove. Open Thurs., Fri., and Sat. 10:00-6:00.

King Drug Company (1926)
This building was constructed in 1926 as a joint drugstore and doctors' office. Still in operation, and you can enjoy lunch at the soda fountain. (336) 983-3147

King Econolodge
Located at 109 Vesta Drive in King. (800) 553-2666

King Milling Company (1920)
Built in the early 1920's, and remains in operation today, producing flour, cornmeal, and animal feed. (336) 983-5081

King Moravian Church (1925)
The 1925 King Moravian Church building makes obvious reference to Home Moravian Church in Old Salem. The church features round-arched doors and windows, round-arched door hoods, tiny gable windows, and a small belfry atop the steeply-pitched gable roof. (336) 983-2710

King's Cabin (1775)
A reconstruction of the original log cabin kitchen (circa 1775) built by the first settler to King, John Jacob Spainhour. His descendents still live in the community today.

Lash Store (mid-1800's)
The former Lash Store illustrates a typical mid twentieth-century remodeling of the first story and interior, yet the second story windows and the decorative corbelled cornice reflect the late nineteenth-century origin of this brick building.

Leake-Browder House (ca. 1865)
Built for planter David Leake, the two-story Greek Revival house of brick is akin to "Pine Hall" .

Livery Stable (1900's)
The one-story structure with parapeted facade and fourteen segmental-arched stall windows along the north side was converted to a Buick dealership after the popularization of the automobile, and subsequently it has housed a variety of commercial uses.

Matthew Moore House (ca. 1786)
The 18th century house is one of few instances oustide Winston-Salem of the architectural traditions seen in Moravian and Quaker buildings.

Mercantile Building (1900)
A large two-story brick structure whose well preserved second-story features nine bays divided by pilasters into three sections and a decorative brickwork cornice.

Mitchell's Nursery & Greenhouse Inc.
1088 West Dalton Road
King, NC 27021
336.983.4107
The largest variety of plants in Stokes County. Tours available.
Open M-F 7:30 - 6:00 & Saturdays 7:30 - 4:00. Closed Sundays.

Moody Tavern (ca. 1860)
The two-story frame building was the headquarters for General Stoneman's troops in 1865.

Moore's Spring Campground
A family oriented primitive tent camping facility. Includes cold water outdoor showers, port-a-johns, fire rings and picnic tables. Located along the Dan River at 2568 Moores Spring Road. www.campsertoma.org/campground.shtml (336) 593-8290

Moore's Spring House
For many years, water from the nearby springs was sold for medicinal purposes. Advertisements for the Stokes County waters claimed the water could cure such ailments as constipation, indigestion, kidney and bladder trouble, rheumatism and skin diseases. The gazebo-like structure was positioned over the spring where visitors would bathe.

Moratock Iron Furnace (ca. 1843)
One of the best preserved structures remaining from the antebellum period in North Carolina. Stokes County was one of many piedmont counties that contained iron ore deposits. The Moratock was used to produce bar iron and is constructed of rough-quarried granite blocks.

New 311 Speedway
Dirt track racing. www.311speedway.com (336) 427-0816

Old Farmhouse Inn
The log part of the Old Farmhouse was build before the Civil War. The house is finished in antiques and has numerous farm memorabilia. Two suites available. (336) 591-7635

One Way Architectural Antiques
Shop for antique doors, mantels, gates, urns, shutters, columns, stained glass, terra cotta and much more. Major antique and crafts show twice a year. Open Tues.-Fri. Noon to 4, Sat. 9 to 4. 336-983-6790

Pepper-Blackburn-Petree House (early 19th Century)
Dr. John Pepper entered the Civil War at the age of sixty-six as a physician to the 21st N.C. Regiment. At the age of seventy-seven he began The Danbury Reporter which survived as the oldest weekly newspaper in the country until 1994.

Pine Hall (ca. 1859)
One of the most substantial plantation houses in the northwestern Piedmont. The nearby railroad town of Pine Hall, a brick-making center, took its name from the plantation.

Pioneer Village Campground
A stream is nearby for fishing and swimming, access to bath house, laundry facilities, hiking trails and picnic tables. Near Pinnacle with 60 campsites including 39 full hookups. (336) 325-2582.

Prabhupada Village
A spiritual community based upon simple living. Organic gardens of flowers, vegetables, fruits and herbs, natural healing and examples of alternative housing types. (336) 593-9888

Priddy General Store
This two-story frame country store was built around 1888 and also served as a post office, voting place, and bank. Enjoy "Pickin at Priddy's" live bluegrass music during the month of October. The store is well-known for antiques, newtiques, old fashioned candy favorites, overalls, groceries, hardware and more. 336.593.8786

Rainey-Savage House
Burea Jefferson Savage, born in Stokes County, became close friends with "Call of the Wild" author Jack London, and Rex Beach author of "The Spoilers" while a gold miner in the Klondike region of the Yukon Territory (1896-1906). Burea returned to Stokes County and purchased this home in 1907.

Riverview Golf Course
A nine-hole course alongside the Dan River.

Rock House (ca. 1780's)
The Rock House Ruin (ca. 1780's) is one of the oldest structures still standing in Stokes County. During the war years the Rock House was used as a fort against the Indians and Tories as well as the headquarters and a rallying point for the militia. You can still see the gun ports built into the walls.

Sauratown Stables
Camp and stable your horse overnight near Hanging Rock State Park on Moores Spring Road. (336) 994-2182.

Sauratown Trail
The Sauratown Trail, running almost 32 miles through Stokes and Surry Counties, offer varying degrees of horseback riding and hiking challenges, in a beautiful, mostly wooded setting. Part of North Carolina's Mountains To Sea Trail (MST) stretching from Clingman's Dome in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park to Jockey's Ridge State Park by the Atlantic Ocean. www.sauratowntrails.org

Serenity Stables
This equestrian campground is located at 4622 Shoals Road in Pinnacle. www.serenitystablescampground.com (336) 325-2762

Sertoma 4-H Center
Located at the historic Vade Mecum Springs near Danbury, the Center covers over 800 acres five minutes from Hanging Rock State Park. Available for family reunions, retreats and weddings. Operates as a summer youth camp, June-July. www.campsertoma.org (336) 593-8057.

Sheppards Mill
The mill operated until the early 1950's when Hurricane Hazel washed away the wooden dam. In the 1960's the dam was rebuilt with concrete and the mill was totally restored, yet was never put back into operation.

Simeon Wesley Pulliam House (1907)
Constructed in 1907 by the first Postmaster of Kings Cabin, Simeon W. Pulliam.

Southwyck Farm Bed & Breakfast
Six luxury accommodations with gourmet breakfasts and four course dinners. www.southwyckfarm.com (336) 593-8006

Squires Inn
Originally a 1700-acre tobacco plantation, this historic old home was once a frequent retreat for tobacco baron R.J. Reynolds. www.squires-inn.com (336) 591-5653

St. Phillips Episcopal Church (ca. 1890)
The entire structure remains the same on the exterior and the interior as when it was constructed.

Stack-Bickett Law Office (ca. 1888)
A two-room frame building typical of 19th Century offices. Now, the Town Office for the Town of Danbury.

Stokes County Courthouse (ca. 1904)
The Old Stokes County Courthouse (1904) is one of several similar courthouses featuring porticoes and mansard cupolas.

Stokes County Jail (ca. 1904)
The former Stokes County jail is a two-story brick structure featuring segmentally arched doors and windows, a corbelled cornice, and a slightly projecting corner tower with a pyramidal roof.

Stokes Grocery Company (1914)
The Stokes Grocery Company was a prosperous wholesale business housed in this ca. 1914 one-story brick structure with large front windows flanking a central double-leaf entrance and a slightly recessed brick panel across the upper part of the façade.

Stonewall Golf Course
A mountain course in the Piedmont! The perfect shot-makers course with Bermuda fairways and bentgrass greens; Back (63.1 rating, 100 slope); Middle (4890 yards, 61.5 rating, 97 slope); Forward (4138 yards, 61.6 rating, 95 slope); 18 holes, par 70; clubhouse, putt. green, ;Open year-round. Located eight miles north of Winston-Salem. 336-591-4653

Tim Bruce Studio
Originals, limited edition prints and sculpture by local artist Tim Bruce. 367 East King St., King (336) 985-0648

Town & Country Restaurant
Popular family restaurant for over 30 years. King Shopping Center (336) 983-3641

Vade Mecum Hotel (ca. early 1900's)
Vade Mecum is one of three late 19th- and early 20th-c mineral springs resorts operated in Sauratown Mountains. One of the big draws for the hotel was the healing water at the mineral springs. The resort offered dancing, bowling, tennis, golf links, croquet, rocky mountain burro parties, swings for ladies and children, and fun toboggans from terraced heights to Diamond Lake. Today the Sertoma 4H Center is operated on the property.

The Vineyard Camp
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. www.vineyardcamp.com 1-800-CAMP-532

Walnut Cove Colored School (ca. 1921)
The Walnut Cove Colored School is a 1-story, 5-classroom frame school building with clipped gable front. It is Stokes County's only school built with assistance of the Julius Rosenwald Fund, founded by Sears executive Julius Rosenwald to aid African American schools in the South.

Webster's Town Fork Produce
North Carolina Country Ham & sidemeats, fresh meat and vegetables. (336) 591-3120

Whippoorwill Inn Guest House
The Whippoorwill Inn offers family style accommodations. www.whippoorwillinn.com 336-593-2638

Wilson-Fulton House (ca. 1860)
Wilson Fulton, born in 1819, built this large house in Danbury around 1855. The house is still often referred to as simply the "Brick House."

YMCA Camp Hanes
Offers an opportunity for children ages 6-16 to learn, have fun, and explore new challenges in a scenic mountain environment. www.camphanes.org Located at 1225 Camp Hanes Road in King. (336) 983-3131.

Rose Cabin Retreat
Quaint log cabin built in the 1930s makes the perfect setting for a “get-away.”

Rose Cabin Retreat is within earshot of the Dan River, famous for it’s canoe, kayak and tubing. One bedroom with queen bed, one bath with antique porcelain tub and shower amenities added. Therapeutic twin daybed located in adjacent room. TV/VCR system is located in the bedroom and includes an enormous movie selection. Games and books are also provided for your entertainment. Cozy, Victorian inspired living room leads to a serene front porch equipped with a swing for two. Kitchen includes full size appliances, coffee maker with supplies and microwave. Dishes and cookware provided for your own special meals, which can be enjoyed on the screened in porch. Reservations can be made for any time period, nightly/weekly/ or any combinations thereof. Prices vary due to time of year and availability, for details call 336-591-4861 or 336-408-6282.

Southwyck Farm Bed & Breakfast Inn
1070 Southwyck Farm Road
Lawsonville, NC 27022
336-593-8006
Six luxury accommodations in a house of antiques and art objects. Gourmet breakfasts and four course dinners. Forty acres of hiking trails and a stocked fishing pond.

Squires Inn
1117 Watts Road
Walnut Cove, North Carolina 27052
336-591-5653
Originally a 1700-acre tobacco plantation, this historic old home was once a frequent retreat for tobacco baron R.J. Reynolds. Built in the 1850’s from timber from the valley, it has been lovingly restored. Guests can now see much of the original hand hewn log structure when entering the twelve-foot tall tiger oak and stained glass front door. Visitors are surrounded by a New Orleans look of wrought iron, hand hewn logs and a two story mural, whose theme of whimsical elf’s and fairies is carried throughout the house all adding to the ambience of this luxurious Inn.

The Dan River Cottage
336-593-8780
This charming, recently restored cottage is located in Historic Danbury, along the Dan River and convenient to Hanging Rock State Park, is completely furnished with two bedrooms and a queen sleeper sofa, air-conditioned, complete kitchen with microwave and coffeemaker, TV, VCR. Bring your own food, or dine in the Danbury General Store Diner just next door. Available year round. For reservations contact 336-593-8780.

The Old Farmhouse Inn
1050 Lewis Road
Walnut Cove, North Carolina 27052
336-591-7635
The log part of the Old Farmhouse was built before the Civil War. As years passed many renovations were added to the original four-room log house. The house was purchased in 1952 by the landlord's father and is still an operating tobacco farm. The house is finished in antiques and has numerous farm memorabilia. 2 suites available.

The Whippoorwill Inn Guest House
P.O. Box 243
105 Church Road
Danbury, North Carolina 27016
336-593-2638
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The Whippoorwill Inn offers family style accommodations and a country style welcome to hill country travelers. You’ll love Danbury’s ultra-small town atmosphere; no traffic lights; but four restaurants. The Inn sits on a hill overlooking everything. It’s a short walk to Moratock Park for a morning jog. The Dan River Art Market will open by 10:00. The adventure seekers will find plenty to keep themselves busy with the Dan River so near and Hanging Rock State Park a short scoot up the mountain.

Trails Inn
129 Sante Fe Trail
Pinnacle, NC 27043
336-325-3268
4 units, each with kitchenette, equestrian facilities available

Hanging Rock State Park Cabins
Hanging Rock Park Road
PO Box 278
Danbury, NC 27016
336-593-8480
(Six rustic family vacation cabins)

King Econolodge Motel
109 Vesta Drive
King, NC 27021
800-553-2666
60 room motel adjacent US Highway 52/I-74, just north of Winston-Salem

Private Campgrounds

Jomeokee Campground
PO Box 621
Pinnacle, NC 27043
336-325-2296
Jomeokee Campground connects with the corridor horse trail of Pilot Mountain State Park and is nearby Horne Creek Living Historical Farm.

Pioneer Village Campground
101 Pioneer Camp Lane
Pinnacle, NC 27043
336- 325-2582
Family-oriented RV campground. 60 sites, which include 39 full hookups, have access to a bathhouse, laundry facilities, hiking trails and picnic tables.

Moores Springs 4-H Campground on the Dan River
2568 Moores Spring Road
Westfield, North Carolina 27053
336-593-8290
A family oriented primitive tent camping facility owned and operated by North Carolina State University and the office of 4-H and Youth Development. Features include cold water outdoor showers, port-a-johns, fire rings and picnic tables. Reservations for groups of 10 or more.

Danbury General Store || Hanging Rock Outdoor Center
The Dan River Company

Danbury General Store

The Danbury General Store (336.593.8780) rents tubes for the Dan River.

• If they shuttle you, and the tube, to Seven-Island Bridge where you can then float 2.5 to 3.0 hours to Moratock Park, the price is $6.00 per person.
• If you shuttle yourself, the price is $5.00.

Hanging Rock Outdoor Center

Hanging Rock Outdoor Center provides quality private canoe or kayak instruction. Instructors will teach you how to paddle in either a full-day or half-day session, depending upon your schedule. Other options include lazy family canoe trips, half day trips, overnighters, and even whitewater trips provide an enjoyable experience. The Dan River is the main river in the area and is perfectly suited for families, groups, and beginning whitewater boaters. Boaters just learning the sport are able to improve their skills in a relatively safe yet challenging environment.

Hanging Rock Outdoor Center is located off of either Hwy.66 or Hwy.8/89. From Hwy 66 take Moores Springs Rd. Off of 8/89 take Hanging Rock Rd., then take a right on Moores Springs Rd. HROC is located within a 1/4 mile of the entrance of the state park.

Hanging Rock Outdoor Center
232C Moores Springs Rd.
Westfield, NC 27053
(336)593-8283

The Dan River Company

The Dan River Company offers great river adventures. Canoe and kayak trips are selected to give every paddler the opportunity to enjoy the Dan River.

The Dan River Company covers over 35 miles of the Dan River in Stokes County. Scheduled trips are 5,10,and 13 miles. Custom trips can be arranged for up to three days in length. Trips include equipment, transportation and use of showers, changing rooms and picnic area at their riverside facilities.

The Dan River Company also offers a shuttle if you have your own boat.

The shop is located on the Dan River next to the Hanging Rock State Park’s Dan River access.

To reserve a trip or shuttle service, visit their web site where you can view and print rates, directions to the shop, and a list of items to bring.

The Dan River Company
1110 Flinchum Road
Danbury, NC 27016
(336) 593-BOAT (2628)

 

Hemlock Golf Club
A scenic mountain golf course located by the Dan River with Bermuda fairways and bentgrass greens. A shot-makers course; Championship (5603 yards, 66.5 rating, 111 slope); Forward (4990 yards, 68.5 rating, 114 slope); 18 holes, par 70, ;Open year-round.
Located three miles west of Walnut Cove, Hwy. 89.
336-591-7934

Stonewall Golf Course
A mountain course in the Piedmont! The perfect shot-makers course with Bermuda fairways and bentgrass greens; Back (63.1 rating, 100 slope); Middle (4890 yards, 61.5 rating, 97 slope); Forward (4138 yards, 61.6 rating, 95 slope); 18 holes, par 70; clubhouse, putt. green, ;Open year-round.
Located eight miles north of Winston-Salem. 336-591-4653

Riverview Golf Course
A nine-hole course alongside the Dan River.

The Sauratown Trails offer varying degrees of horseback riding and hiking challenges, in a beautiful, mostly wooded setting. You can see everything from spectacular views overlooking the valley to waterfalls and hidden lakes displaying their pristine beauty. Streams are lined with Rhododendron and Mountain Laurel that show off their delicate pink and white flowers in the spring. Another section of trail might have a quiet pine needle floor with the scent of pine permeating the air.

Two state parks reside at each end of the trail. Pilot Mountain State Park is on the west side of the trail and Hanging Rock State Park is at the eastern most end of the trail. The Sauratown Trail connects the Yadkin River Island and Corridor trails in Pilot Mtn. State Park with the Sauratown Loop trail in Hanging Rock State Park. The total trail distance is 21.7 miles.

The Sauratown Trails are open year round to all horseback riders and hikers. You don't have to be a STA member to use the trails. For your safety, the trails are closed only during deer hunting season and after a hard rain when the trails are muddy.

You can camp and stable your horse overnight at Sauratown Stables, which is conveniently located near the trails on Moore Springs Rd. near Hanging Rock. Another place to stable your horse is at Serenity Stables, closer to Pilot Mountain.

For more info, see the web site.

In addition to Hanging Rock State Park, Stokes County is home to several public parks that offer recreational opportunities such as walking trails, playground equipment, natural scenic beau­ty and a significant sense of history.

Central Park
This beautiful natural wooded area contains a pond, and is adjacent to King Elementary School. The park includes a beautiful outdoor amphitheater, a historic log cabin, numerous walking trails that wind their way around a lake complete with decks and park benches. Central park is a peaceful place to bring your family for quiet picnics and other gatherings. Because Central Park is designed to be a passive, natural park, skateboards and bicycles are not permitted.

Moratock Park
Located in the Town of Danbury off Sheppard Mill Road, is a county operated park under the direction of the Stokes County Recreation Department. It offers many recreation opportunities, fishing in the Dan River, tubing, picnicking, horseshoes, volleyball, softball field, swimming, canoeing and playground equipment.
Also located at Moratock is the Moratock Iron Furnace National Historic Site.

King Recreation Acres
Six lighted ball fields are host to a number of baseball and softball leagues for youth and adults. While the city owns and operates these fields, the leagues are organized and run independently by dedicated community volunteers. A very popular youth football league is hosted at Recreation Acres as well. Recently, the soccer field was treated to new grading and turf. This field is host to some of the youth soccer schedule. In addition to the organized leagues, Recreation Acres has a very popular lighted walking trail, a "par course" training area, a tennis court, and a basketball court. A new children's play area has just been completed.

Pinnacle Lions' Park
Located near Pinnacle Elementary School and the base of Pilot Mountain, Pinnacle Lions’ Park is the site of two tennis courts, a picnic shelter and horseshoes. Pinnacle Park is owned by Stokes County and is managed and operated by the Pinnacle Lions Club.

East Walnut Cove Community Park
Off Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive near Walnut Cove, this park has a baseball/softball field, picnic shelter, tot lot, a multipurpose court, horseshoes and a volley­ball court.
Owned by Stokes County, the park is managed and operated by the East Walnut Cove Community Council.

Walnut Cove Lions Park
Located northeast of Walnut Cove off U.S. 311, Walnut Cove Lions Park offers athletic fields and a community building for public use. It is a popular site for Little League games. Owned by Stokes County, Walnut Cove Lions Park is man­aged and operated by the Walnut Cove Lions Club and the Walnut Cove Boosters.

Germanton Park
Located on NC 65 east of historic Germanton, Germanton Park offers a public picnic shelter, walking path, a natural area and a playground area. Established in the mid-1980s, the park property recently expanded when Stokes County purchased some adjoining land to be included in the park. Germanton Park is owned by Stokes County and is overseen by volunteers.

Dr. Jack Fowler Park
Located on Main Street in Walnut Cove adjacent to the Walnut Cove Library, Dr. Jack Fowler Park was established in 1990 by a committee formed to honor Dr. Jack Fowler.
The park offers a setting of natural beauty and a public pic­nic shelter. Owned by the Town of Walnut Cove, the park is managed by a committee of volunteers.

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