Stanly County Travel Guide

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Stanly County, NC
OFFICIAL
TRAVEL GUIDE
photo provided by Deb Russell PhotoGRAPHIC
Welcome to Stanly County, N C...
Slip away, create your own pace.
Looking for a place to slip away and enjoy a pace of life with a rhythm of your own
choosing? Look no further. Within easy driving distance of Charlotte and in close
proximity to the state’s metropolitan areas, Stanly County is an oasis of calm.
Nestled in the rolling hills of North Carolina’s Piedmont, untouched by urban sprawl,
Stanly County is a land of rural beauty. Scenic byways wind through leafy lanes, beside
lush fields and along the banks of serene lakes and gently flowing streams. In the
northeast corner of the county, the ancient Uwharrie Mountains rise above the
Yadkin/Pee Dee River and enclose the beauty of Morrow Mountain State Park.
Want to stay awhile? Bed and Breakfast and country inn facilities provide
accommodation along with vacation rentals, hotels, motels and campgrounds.
Energy to spare? Recreational facilities include cycling, kayaking, gold mining and golf.
For a change of pace follow the Wine Trail and discover Stanly County’s many award
winning wineries.
Ready for a touch of civilization? Small friendly communities scattered among the
county’s farms and forests offer a variety of cultural amenities that include antique
shops, art galleries, museums, a variety of dining experiences, and the unique
entertainment of an old-fashioned drive-in theater and a small town cruise-in and
burn-out.
Come and explore Stanly County and see for yourself, and when we bid you goodbye
we know that you will come back….again and again.
Written by Bridget Huckabee
Stanly County Convention & Visitors Bureau
1000 N. First St., Suite 11
Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.2583 or toll free at 800.650.1476
www.visitstanly.com
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Contents
Let the Adventure Begin
Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Stanly County.
Viticulture is the Name,
Winemaking is the Game
Four area vineyards practice a new type of
farming for the region.
Drive-In, Cruise-In and
Burn-Out
The Oakboro Cruise-In and the
Badin Drive-In Theater are two of the
County’s unique attractions.
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Visitor Services & City/Town Guide
Accommodations
Lakes
Parks
Equestrian Facilities
Golf
Weddings
Restaurants
Vineyards
Unique Entertainment
Museums
Art Galleries
Gold Mines
Visitor Services
City/TownGuide
Stanly County Convention and Visitors Bureau
1000 N. 1st St., Suite 11 Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.2583
800.650.1476
www.visitstanly.com
City of Albemarle
PO Box 190 Albemarle, NC 28002
704.984.9400
Stanly County Chamber of Commerce
116 E. North St. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.8116
www.stanlychamber.org
Stanly County Economic Development Commission
704.986.3682
www.stanlyedc.org
Stanly County Museum
215 E. Main St. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.3777
www.stanlycountymuseum.com
Stanly County Arts Council
141 College Dr. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.8118
www.stanlyarts.info
Stanly County Agri-Civic Center
26032-B Newt Rd. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.3666
www.stanlyciviccenter.com
Stanly County Government
704.986.3600
www.co.stanly.nc.us
Albemarle Downtown Development Corp.
157 North Second St. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.984.9415
www.albemarledowntown.com
Town of Badin
PO Box 707 Badin, NC 28009
704.422.3470
City of Locust
PO Box 190 Locust, NC 28097
704.888.5260
Village of Misenheimer
PO Box 100 Misenheimer, NC 28109
704.463.1234
Town of New London
PO Box 191 New London, NC 28127
704.463.5423
Town of Norwood
PO Box 697 Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.3416
Town of Oakboro
PO Box 610 Oakboro, NC 28129
704.485.3351
Town of Red Cross
PO Box 647 Oakboro, NC 28129
704.485.3126
Town of Richfield
PO Box 158 Richfield, NC 28137
704.463.1308
Town of Stanfield
PO Box 699 Stanfield, NC 28163
704.888.2386
Accommodations
Hotels
Bed & Breakfast
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites
200 Henson Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.3939
www.americasbestvalueinn.com
The Fork Lodge Bed & Breakfast
3200 Fork Road Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.4052
www.forkstables.com
Quality Inn
735 NC 24-27 Bypass East Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.6990
www.qualityinn.com
Best Western
2300 US Hwy 52 Albemarle, NC 28001
704.985.1111
www.bestwestern.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
500 Leonard Avenue Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.2100
www.hiexpress.com
Sleep Inn & Suites
621 North 24-27 Bypass Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.2770
www.sleepinn.com
Motels
Garden Inn
310 West Church Street Richfield, NC 28137
704.463.7514
Heart of Albemarle
300 South First Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.3297
Badin Inn Golf Club
107 Spruce Street, Badin
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The Fork Lodge Bed & Breakfast
Campgrounds
Cotton Patch Gold Mine (RV Friendly)
41697 Gurley Road New London, NC  28127
704.463.5797
www.cottonpatchgoldmine.com
Morrow Mountain State Park (RV Friendly)
49107 Morrow Mountain Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.4402
Norwood Camping Resort (RV Friendly)
1216 Berry Hill Drive Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.3800
Whip-O-Will Campground
200 Whip-O-Will Road New London, NC 28127
336.461.2121
Lion Inn
2312 North US 52 Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.8194
Inn
Pineview Motel
36525 NC 8-49 Hwy New London, NC 28127
704.463.7862
Badin Inn Golf Club
107 Spruce Street Badin, NC 28009
704.422.3683
www.badininn.com
East Side Inn
2014 East Main Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.6766
On the eastern border of the county, Lake Tillery
covers over 5,000 acres. At its northern end the lake
is bordered by Morrow Mountain State Park and the
Uwharrie National Forest. It is here that the tranquil
Uwharrie River enters the main stream and the Yadkin
River changes its name to Pee Dee. Boating, fishing and
water sports are popular with visitors from far and wide.
The friendly town of Norwood is the Gateway to Lake
Tillery and each spring nearby Fork Farm’s Horse Trials
and Outdoor Heritage Days draw spectators from all
over to watch Olympic caliber riders put their mounts
through their paces.
Photo Provided by Deb Russell PhotoGRAPHIC
Let the Adventure Begin
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or the ultimate adventure, take a ‘night of the
full moon’ guided kayak tour through dreamlike stretches of the Pee Dee River. Later,
laze by your own campfire on the slopes of
Morrow Mountain. In the morning, bait a line and
compete with ospreys and bald eagles for that big one.
Then ramp up the pace and water ski on Lake Tillery
or Badin Lake, bicycle along a Scenic Byway or hike a
trail through the serene forests of Morrow Mountain.
For the outdoor adventurer, Morrow Mountain State
Park is Stanly County’s jewel in the crown. Rising to
a height of 936 feet (not strictly a mountain), the peak
offers stunning views of the Piedmont. The park attracts
400,000 visitors a year from all over the southeastern
United States and its 4,742 acres accommodate them
with ease. Here one can choose from a long list of adventures, from camping in one of the 106 campsites or
6 rustic vacation cabins, to hiking miles of well-maintained trails. A large swimming pool offers a cool break
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on a hot day. And don’t miss a visit to the Dr. Francis
Kron homestead. One of the first medical doctors to
settle in the Piedmont, his office, infirmary and greenhouse appear much as they did in the 1870’s. At the boat
landing you can put in your own craft or rent a canoe or
rowboat to explore the Yadkin/Pee Dee River.
Dams on this river have created large lakes that provide
endless recreational possibilities. In the northeast corner
of the county, Badin Lake’s waters cover 5,350 acres and
its 115 mile shoreline encompasses the upscale Uwharrie
Point community in the north and the quaint village of
Badin in the south. With swimming areas, boat landings, picnic areas, and an abundance of wildlife, the lake
is an ideal place for the outdoor enthusiastic.
And last but not least, surely no county of comparable
size and population boasts more parks that Stanly
County. There are 23 listed here (count ‘em), ranging
from Morrow Mountain State Park to Stanfield’s Pike
family barn and rest-area-with-facilities-to-come. These
parks boast everything from soccer fields and bocce
courts to fishing ponds and canoe rentals, and there’s
even a brand new disc golf course. And did we mention
the area’s 5 golf courses?
Morrow Mountain State Park
Church group and family camping, family cabins, hiking,
fishing, canoe rental, swimming, equestrian trails,
3 picnic shelters
49107 Morrow Mountain Road Albemarle
704.982.4402
With our mild climate and abundant sunshine,
Stanly County offers something for everyone from
vigorous exercise to idling away the hours on a
grassy slope beside a gentle stream. Come and enjoy
our great outdoors. Take a deep breath of fresh air,
feel your cares and worries slip away, and let the
adventure begin.
Lakes
Badin Lake
Tucked among tall pines and stately oaks in the heart
of the Uwharrie Mountains in northeastern Stanly
County, the picturesque town of Badin serves as a
unique gateway for North Carolina’s central park.
Settled by French employees of the L’ Aluminum Françias in the early twentieth century, Badin continues to
exude the charm of a French Provincial village, reminiscent of its founders homeland.
The town, listed on the National Register of Historic
Places, is accessible by several main routes, but may be
pleasantly approached by the Pee Dee Valley Scenic
Byway that snakes around Morrow Mountain State
Park and through rolling hills of rural farmland.
Badin’s tree lined lanes lead to a variety of recreational
activities and interesting sites, including boating,
golfing, swimming, fine dining, and museums. Outdoor
enthusiasts will appreciate the wide array and abundance of wildlife, as well as pristine forests and winding
hiking trails.
Lake facts:
The reservoir covers an area of 5,350 acres, has 115
miles of shoreline, a maximum depth of 200 feet. Water
fluctuations are minor.
Get back to the simple things in life and enjoy the
many outdoor activities available at our beautiful
lakes!
Swimming
Boating
Water sports
Picnics
Fishing
Hiking
Cycling
Wildlife observation
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Lake Tillery
Enjoy a day in a friendly environment. The
Gateway to Lake Tillery is located in Norwood, NC.
The town is a reminder of how the American culture
used to be, friendly people, quaint shops, and the small
town charm that everyone needs to experience at least
once.
Let your mind wonder while enjoying a relaxing cruise
up and down Lake Tillery. Be sure to stop at one of the
marinas and enjoy socializing with everyone who is out
and about. You’ll notice that everyone is friendly as you
sail by resident’s homes that blend into the beautiful
landscape that was here waiting on us. Sail down to the
mouth of the Uwharrie River and enjoy hanging out
on the sandbar which is in front of Morrow Mountain
State Park. Drop your line and try for that illusive “big
one.” Enjoy the abundance of water sports happening
all over the lake. You can find all of this and more at
Lake Tillery.
Lake Facts:
Lake Tillery is more than 5,000 acres with 104 miles
of shoreline. A maximum depth of 70 feet and water
fluctuations are minor.
On the eastern border of the
county, Lake Tillery covers over
5,000 acres.
Parks
Albemarle Parks & Recreation Department
114 Rock Creek Drive Albemarle
704.984.9560
Badin Community Recreation Park
Baseball field, Soccer field
126 NC Hwy. 740 Badin
704.422.3470
Badin Memorial Park
Firehouse Museum, Badin Museum
Falls Road Badin
704.422.6900
Chuck Morehead Memorial Park & Pool
#8 disc golf course in the state, swimming, park, tennis,
volleyball, hiking trails, Athletic field, basketball court
211 Northeast Connector Albemarle
704.983.3607
City Lake Park
Fishing, amphitheater, trails, children’s playgrounds, picnic shelter, dock
Hwy 73 Albemarle
704.984.9560
Darrell Almond Community Park
Fishing, walking trail, park amenities, amphitheater
Norwood
704.474.3416
Don Montgomery Memorial Park
Athletic field, children’s playground, picnic shelter, trails,
basketball court
500 US 52 North Albemarle
704.984.9571
EE Waddell Center
Gym, function rooms
621 Wall Street Albemarle
704.984.9568
Ingram Park
Athletic fields, children’s playground, picnic shelter,
basketball
400 Hwy 2427 Bypass East
704.984.9560
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Locust City Park (encompassing)
Officer Jeff Shelton Memorial Park
Four baseball/softball fields, football field, tennis court,
two soccer fields, playground, basketball court, walking
trail, state of the art playground and facilities
Park Drive Locust
704.888.5260
Long St. Park
Community building, nutrition center, soccer field, children’s playground, baseball field
519 N. Long St. Oakboro
704.485.5307
Morrow Mountain State Park
Church group and family camping, family cabins, hiking,
fishing, canoe rental, swimming, equestrian trails,
3 picnic shelters
49107 Morrow Mountain Road Albemarle
704.982.4402
New London Town Park, New London
704.463.5243
Norwood Memorial Park
Basketball court
Turner Street Norwood
704.474.3416
Oakboro District Park
Children’s playground, two picnic shelters, Pond with
walking gazebo on the bridge, walking trail, amphitheater,
two baseball fields, two soccer fields
423 South Main Street Oakboro
704.485.5307
Soccer Complex
Soccer athletic fields
College Drive Albemarle
704.984.9560
Oakboro Main St. Park
Fountain, concrete benches, walkway
309 North Main Street Oakboro, NC 28129
704.485.5307
Pete Henkel Park
Basketball court, tennis court, children’s playground, two
baseball fields, soccer field
Park Drive Stanfield
704.888.2386
Pine Street Park
Pine St. Badin
704.422.3470
Richfield Community Park
Soccer fields, baseball fields, picnic shelter, walking trail,
children’s playground, fishing pond
245 N. Hwy 49 Richfield
704.463.1308
Rock Creek Park
Swimming, hiking, tennis, ball fields, park amenities,
picnic shelter, bocce courts, trails, repelling tower, various
obstacles
Hwy 52 South Albemarle
704.982.1910
Stanfield Barn Park (Donated by Pike family)
Barn, rest area, facilities to come
Hwy. 200 Stanfield
704.888.2386
West Badin Park
Playground, basketball court, picnic tables,
permanent grill
Sherman Street Badin
704.422.3470
Equestrian Facilities
With countless acres of farmland, Stanly County is an ideal place to saddle-up. The various facilities and groups
offer training, clinics, coaching and boarding, as well as seasonal world-class events. The Fork Farm hosts the
annual Fork Horse Trials and Outdoor Heritage Days, events visitors surely won’t want to miss.
The Fork Stables
3200 Fork Road
Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.0589
www.forkstables.com
Stanly County Saddle Club
Stony Gap Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.6126
The Tillery Tradition
Golf Club
West Stanly Saddle Club
13154 Saddle Club Road
Oakboro, NC 28129
704.485.2242
Golf
The Fork Stables
at the Fork Farm
Home to golf legend, Johnny Palmer, the area boasts
varied courses from the historic, newly renovated par
71 course in Badin, to the newer par-72 courses at
Uwharrie Point, Piney Point and Tillery Tradition.
Red Bridge recently opened in Locust, adding to
the selection of local links. Be sure to call ahead and
make tee-times or find out about special events and
tournament schedules.
Badin Inn Golf Club
107 Spruce Street Badin, NC 28009
704.422.3683
www.badininn.com
Mountain Brook Golf Course
29440 Nelson Mountain Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.4653
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Piney Point Golf Club
48688 Piney Point Road Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.3985
www.pineypointgolfclub.com
Red Bridge Golf Club
1700 Main Street W Locust, NC 28097
704.781.5231
www.redbridgegolfclub.com
The Tillery Tradition Country Club
214 Tradition Drive Mt. Gilead, NC 27306
910.439.5146
www.tillerytradition.com
Uwharrie Point
Home of the Old North State Club
1520 Uwharrie Point Parkway Badin Lake, NC 28127
336.461.2610
www.oldnorthstateclub.com
Wedding Venues
Il Bella Gardens
24767 Snickers Lane, Albemarle
980.581.0850
www.ilbellagardens.com
Magnolia Glen
17193 Meadow Creek Church Road, Locust
704.502.6340
www.magnoliaglenweddings.com
Dennis Vineyards
24043 Endy Road, Albemarle
704.982.6090
www.dennisvineyards.com
Morrow Mountain
49104 Morrow Mountain Road, Albemarle
704.982.4402
http://ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/momo/main.php
Stony Mountain Vineyards & Winery
26370 Mountain Ridge Road, Albemarle
704.982.0922
www.stonymountainvineyards.com
The Fork Stables
3200 Fork Road, Norwood
704.474.0342
www.forkstables.com
Uwharrie Vineyards & Winery
28014 Austin Road, Albemarle
704.982.9463
www.uwharrievineyards.com
Badin Inn Golf Resort & Club
1 Pine Circle, Badin
704.422.3683
www.badininn.com
Rocky River Vineyards
11685 Reed Mine Road, Midland
704.860.4997
www.rockrivervineyards.com
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Casual Dining
Restaurants
200 North Family Restaurant
222 Central Ave. North (Hwy 200N), Locust, NC 28097
704.888.1044
Tues.-Thu. 6:00am-8:00pm
Fri.-Sat. 6:00am-9:00pm
Applebee’s
517 E NC 24-27 Bypass Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.0925
Sun.-Mon. Wed.-Thu. 11:00am-11:00pm
Tue. 11:00am-1:00am
Fri.-Sat. 11:00am-12:00am
HWY 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries
1868 West Main Street B-1, Suite 11660 Locust, NC 28097
704.888.0099
Sun.-Thu. 11:00am-9:00pm
Badin Inn Golf Resort & Club
1 Pine Circle Drive Badin, NC 28009
704.422.3683
Mon.-Fri. 8:00am-9:00pm
Sat.-Sun. 7:30am-9:00pm
Off the Square
114 S. 2nd St., Albemarle
Luck Tusk
1465 US HWY 52 North, Albemarle, NC 28001
704.985.1127
Mon.-Thu. 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri.-Sat.11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sun. 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Charley’s Dairy Bar
1705 E. Main Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.5214
Mon.-Sat. 10:30am-7:00pm
Sun. 10:30am-5:00pm
Fresh House
805 Main Street West Locust, NC 28097
704.888.1460
Tue.-Thur. 10:00am–8:00pm
Fri. 10:00am–9:00pm
Sat. 7:00am–9:00pm
Sun. 11:00am–2:30pm
Handi Mart Restaurant
1554 24-27 East Bypass Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.2700
Sun.-Sat. 6:00am-9:00pm
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Harmancos
704.982.5414
Lulu’s Family Restaurant
320 North Main Street Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.7808
Mon.-Thu. 11:00am-9:00pm
Fri.-Sun. 11:00am-10:00pm
Mama Noi’s
704.474.0159
Milanos Italian Restaurant
136 South Main Street Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.3001
Sun. 11:00am-10:30pm
Off the Square
114 South Second Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.0621
Fri. 11:00am-10:00pm
Sat. Brunch 10:30am-2:30pm
Sat. Dinner 5:00pm-10:00pm
Palermo’s
503 Hwy 52 North Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.8000
Parkway House
515 NC 24/27 Bypass East Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.1400
Rosebriar Restaurant
528 Wiscasset Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.1001
Sagebrush Steakhouse Restaurant
523 N 24-27 East Bypass Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.2605
Tailgators Sports Grill
1788 West Main Street Locust, NC 28097
704.781.2055
Domino’s Pizza
704.888.1313
Wayside Stanfield
101 Hwy 200 South Stanfield, NC 28163
704.888.0599
Sun. 7:00am-2:00pm
Fast Shop Buffet Style Pizza
704.888.1930
Sun. 6:00am-11:00pm
Wayside Restaurant
704.485.2133
Sat. 6:00am-3:00pm
Papa John’s Pizza
704.983.6666
Mon.-Thu. 10:30am-11:00am
Sun. 11:00pm-11:00pm
Yadkin Valley Steakhouse
140 NC 740 Bypass Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.2020
Tue.-Thu. 5:00pm-9:00pm
Fri. 5:00pm-10:00pm
Sat. 4:30pm-10:00pm
Big Al’s Pub & Gubberia
103 North First Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.8767
Mon - Sun: 11:00 am-2:00 am
Pizza
Anzi Pizza & Pasta
1618 W Main St Locust, NC 28097
704.781.0065
Mon.-Tues. 11:00am-9:00pm
Wed.-Sat. 11:00am-9:30pm
Cici’s Pizza
636 Hwy 24/27 East Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.2424
Domino’s Pizza
809 N. First Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.6777
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Penny’s Pizza and Chinese
704.485.2008
Sun. 12:00pm-7:00pm
Penny’s Pizza & Sub Restaurant
363-13 Hwy 24-27 Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.2543
Mon.-Tue. 10:30am-8:30pm
Wed.-Sat. 10:30am-9:00pm
Pizza Hut
812 Hwy 24-27 E Bypass Albemarle, NC 28001
Fri. 11:00am-1:00am
Sat. 11:00am-12:00am
Pizza Hut
701 US Hwy 52 North Albemarle, NC 28001
Pizza Stop
704.463.7000
Seafood
Blue Bay Restaurant
704.986.6900
Mon.-Thu. 4:00pm-9:00pm
Fri.-Sat. 4:00pm-10:00pm
Sun. 11:30am-10:00pm
Jay’s Downtowner Restaurant
704.983.6171
Thu.-Sat. 4:30pm-9:30pm
Jay’s Seafood Restaurant
40439 Stony Gap Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.5814
Mon.-Sat. 4:00pm-9:30pm
Sun. 11:00am-9:00pm
Joel’s Family Resturant
205 East First Street, Oakboro, NC 28129
704.486.0305
Thu.-Sat. 4:00pm-9:00pm
Pat & Mick’s Seafood
44883 Fish Camp Road New London, NC 28127
704.463.1366
Thu.- Sun. 4:00pm-9:00pm
Rocky River Springs Fish House
33850 Rocky River Springs Road Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.3052
Thu. & Sun. 3:30pm-8:30pm
Fri. & Sat. 3:30pm-9:00pm
International Dining
1 Chinese Kitchen
558 Fork Road Norwood, NC 28001
704.474.5269
Fri.-Sun. 10:30am-11:00pm
Chinese Kitchen
723-D N. Leonard Ave. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.2220
Sun. 12:00pm-10:00pm
El Ranchito Restaurant
704.982.0633
Sun.-Fri. 11:00am-10:00pm
Sat. 11:00am-11:00pm
El Ranchito Restaurant #2
1416 Hwy 52N Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.6611
Sun.-Fri. 11:00am-10:00pm
Sat. 11:00am-11:00pm
Jin Jin Chinese Restaurant
1014 W. Main St. Locust, NC 28097
704-888-5434
Fri. -Sat. 10:30am-11:00pm
704.463.5600
Sun. 11:30am-10:00pm
1920 US Hwy 52 N Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.6888
Sun. 11:30am-10:00pm
Mazatlan Restaurant
1900 Hilco Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.6367
Mi Cocina
117 Central Ave. North Locust, NC 28097
704.888.6681
Mon.-Wed. 11:00pm-9:00pm
Thu.-Sat. 11:00am-10:00pm
Little Tokyo
704.985.1692
Fri. 11:00am-9:30pm
Sat. 12:00pm-9:30pm
Sun. 12:00pm-9:00pm
Little Tokyo
730 Leonard Ave. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.985.2726
Fri. 11:00am-9:30pm
Sat. 12:00pm-9:30pm
Sun. 12:00pm-9:00pm
Los Jacubes
704.485.2244
Ly Cuisine
807-A N. Second Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.1210
Tue.-Fri. 11:00am-2:00pm (lunch)
Sun. 12:00pm-2:00pm (lunch)
Tue.-Sat. 4:00pm-9:00pm (dinner)
Tokyo Express
1776 W Main ST Locust, NC 28097
704.781.0340
Fri. 11:00am-9:30pm
Sat. 12:00pm-9:30pm
SOGO Express II
150 Ray Kennedy Dr. Suite 102 Locust, NC 28097
704.888.0354
Mon. - Fri. 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Sat. 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Sun 11:00am - 10:00pm
Thai Spice
704.982.1400
Sun. 12:00pm-8:00pm
Yamato Japanese Steakhouse
720-19 NC 24/27 Bypass Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.0002
Mon. -Thu. 11:00am - 9:00pm
Fri. -Sat. 11:00am -9:30pm
Sun. 12:00pm -8:30pm
BBQ
Log Cabin BBQ Restaurant
704.982.5257
Mon.-Sat. 11:00am-9:00pm 22
Whispering Pines B-B-Q
704.982.6184
Tue.-Sat. 10:00am-9:30pm
Judy’s
120 North Hwy 49 Richfield, NC 28137
704.463.7005
Sat.-Sun. 4:30am-10:30am
Rock Store Bar B Que
101 North Central Avenue, Locust NC 28097
704.888.2022
Mon.-Sat 11:00am-8:00pm
Main Street Grill
704.474.5616
Sat. 6:00am-11:00am
Cafes, Grills, Breakfast
Motel Restaurant
120 N Hwy 49 Richfield, NC 28137
704.463.7005
Sat.-Sun. 4:00am-10:30am
Badin Cafe
180 NC Hwy 740 Badin, NC 28009
704.422.5821
Mon.-Fri. 5:30am-2:00pm, 4:00pm-9:00pm
Becky’s Restaurant & Grill
213 N. Hwy 49 Richfield, NC 28137
704.463.1103
Sat. 5:00am-2:00pm
Breakfast Nook Restaurant
842 S. Second Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.1413
Mon.-Sat. 4:30am-11:00am
Deluxe Grill
862 N. Main Street Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.3925
Sun.-Wed., Sat. 6:00am-4:00pm
Thu-Fri. 6:00am-9:00pm
Goody Shop Café
241 West Main Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.7973
Hal’s Restaurant
704.982.6120
Tue.-Fri. 5:00am-2:00pm
Sat. 5:00am-11:00am
Hink’s Grill
704.983.3336
Mon.-Fri. 4:00am-11:00am
Sat. 4:00am-12:00pm
Sunrise Grill
118 W Main Street Locust, NC 28097
704.888.8772
Judy’s of Albemarle
720 24/27 Hwy E. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.0442
Mon.-Sun. 6:00am-8:30pm
Tammy’s Restaurant
704.485.3414
Wink’s Country Cookin’
2349 Hwy 52 North Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.3801
Mon.-Sat. 4:00am-11:00am
Coffee
Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robbins
716 NC 24/27 Bypass East, Albemarle, NC 28001
704-986-4608
Sun. 6:00am-10:00pm
The Daily Grind Coffeehouse Of Locust
1780 W Main Street Locust, NC 28097
704.781.0049
Mon.-Wed 6:00am-1:00pm
Thu.-Fri. 6:00am-1:00pm, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Sat. 8:00am-4:00pm
Glory Beans Coffee House
704.550.5427
Mon. 7:00am-2:00pm
Tue.-Fri. 7:00am-6:00pm
Sat. 8:00am-2:00pm
Viticulture is the Name, Winemaking is the Game
I
n Stanly County, a new way of farming has been
added to cows, corn and cotton. Viticulture and
winemaking is the name of the game as a new
breed of farmers have found the fertile soil and
mild climate perfect for vineyards that range in size
from small patches to dozens of acres.
“I call it extreme farming,” says Chad Andrews of
Uwharrie Vineyards, who with partner David Braswell opened his 84-acre farm in 2005. “Winemaking
is a romantic notion, but it’s very hard work.” But for
Andrews it is a dream come true and he’ll gladly help
the visitor choose a wine, or make up a basket, or give a
grand tour of his winemaking operation.
Uwharrie Vineyards has a visitor complex with a wine
tasting bar, a gift shop, a tank room and a state-ofthe-art meeting facility. It also has certification as an
Audubon sanctuary and is host to wild turkeys, herds of
deer and flocks of bluebirds.
A few miles to the east, bluebirds flock around the
boxes set out by vintner Ken Furr on the porch of Stony
Mountain Vineyards. Sitting high above rows of vines
that march down a rocky hillside, the porch has one of
the most spectacular views in the county. Below it the
Pee Dee River meanders through a lush valley as the
hazy blue Uwharrie Mountains rise beyond.
Furr and his wife Marie opened their business in 1996
on 62 acres near Morrow Mountain State Park. Wines
range from Chardonnay to Riesling and from Syrah to
Merlot and include home-grown fruit wines, a delicious
addition to any dessert. “We’re a small family
operation,” says Furr. “We’re a boutique winery like
many in Europe.”
Across the county, another family winery produces
wines from the native Muscadine grape. Starting with
200 vines in 1997, the Dennis family began selling their
wine in 1998 and promptly sold out. “It was
word-of-mouth,” says Sandon Dennis, whose family
has farmed this land for generations. Today, sales are
through wine festivals, regional shows, and a thriving
mail order business as well as on site. The winery
includes a spacious events building and a gift shop.
Yet another thriving family winery can be found on
the western edge of the county. Begun in 2003, Rocky
River Vineyards is owned by David Elliot, his wife
Dwan and mother Sara. Other family members work
in the business that offers a variety of wines and is
a popular venue for weddings and banquets. And
although technology has produced an efficient grapepressing method, fans can come out at harvest time to
take part in an old-fashioned grape stomping.
28014 Austin Road, Albemarle
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Outside Stanly County, but definitely a not-to-be-missed part of the wine trail, Old Stone Winery has been
hand-crafting award winning wines since 2002. Located just outside Salisbury and less than one hour from
Charlotte, the winery features a gift shop, tasting bar, and tank room. Recently purchased by Darin and Naomi
Griffin, the 130-acre estate currently has 20 acres of Muscadine grapes and is an exclusive source of European
vinifera grapes.
From rolling hills, to creek sides, to steep Uwharrie Mountain hillsides, the area’s wines are as varied as the terrain
from which they grow. Come and taste for yourself the product of Stanly County’s newest
way of farming.
Dennis Vineyards Winery
24043 Endy Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.6090
Mon-Sat 10:00am-6:00pm, Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm
www.dennisvineyards.com
Rocky River Vineyards
11685 Reed Mine Road Midland, NC 28107
704.860.4997
Tue-Sat 10:00am-6:00pm, Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm
www.rockyrivervineyards.com
Stony Mountain Vineyards & Winery
26370 Mountain Ridge Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.0922
Wed-Sat 12:00pm-6:00pm
www.stonymountainvineyards.com
28014 Austin Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.9463
Tue-Fri 10:00am-6:00pm
Sat 9:00am-6:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-5:00pm
www.uwharrievineyards.com
Vineyards
Nearby Vineyards
Morgan Ridge Vineyards
486 John Morgan Road Gold Hill, NC 28071
704.639.0911
Wed-Sat 11:00am-6:00 pm, Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm
www.morganridgevineyard.com
Little River Vineyard and Winery
1907 NC 73 West Mount Gilead, NC 27306
704.201.6343
Tues-Sat 10:00am-6:00pm, Sun 1:00pm-6:00pm
www.littleriverwines.com
Old Stone Winery
6245 US Hwy 52 Salisbury NC, 28146
704.279.0930
Tues-Sat 11:00am-6:00pm, Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm
www.oldstonewines.com
Badin Road Drive-In is one of only 9 remaining
drive-in theaters in North Carolina.
Drive-in, Cruise-in and Burn-out
Stanly County’s Unique Entertainment
O
n the fourth Friday of each month the
little town of Oakboro roars to life. Cars
start arriving at 3 pm and the Big Event
starts at 5 pm. What’s going on? Only the
largest car club Cruise-in in the state, with over 400
classic and unique cars and over 5,000 spectators. At 9
pm this is followed by the sheer unexplainable fascination of the Burn-out wherein cars with locked brakes
spin their tires until they quite literally burn. As they
say, it takes all sorts and they can be found by the thousands in Oakboro on these fourth Fridays.
About 4 years ago, Oakboro native Jerry Crayton’s idea
for a cruise-in surpassed all expectations when, together
with the Greater Oakboro Business Association, the
idea became a reality. The event is now the largest in
North Carolina. But then Oakboro, with one stop light
and a population 1,199, is a can-do town.
Historically, it was a textile community, but when the
local Stanly Knitting Mills closed in 1990, downtown
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dried up. Local investors bought the old buildings, fixed
them up and revitalized the town’s heart. Today, nearly
240,000 people annually come to Oakboro for its museums, parks, events like the Cruise-in and Burn-out,
bluegrass music, antiques and a specialty shop where
one can learn to fly remote planes.
The Cruise-in not only features bumper to bumper
classic Mustangs, Camaros and you-name-it, but lots
more shiny, pretty old cars with sleek lines. And there’s
more. There is musical entertainment. There are food
vendors, souvenirs, door prizes and fun photo opportunities.
If you wander over to the Burn-out, be sure to stay behind the line to avoid that burning rubber. And when a
tire pops, join in the hootin’ and hollering and clapping!
It’s all part of the fun.
Still hungry for some unique entertainment? In the
county seat of Albemarle there is an historic gem that
draws visitors from miles around: Badin Road Drivein Theater. One of the last remaining drive-in theaters
in the state, it now offers two screens for one ticket so
you’d better arrive early. The crowds grow nightly. Shows
start at sundown, with triple features, intermissions and
games. Newly released films are shown year round on
two screens.
North Carolina was once one of the top 10 drive-in venues in the country with more than 200 outdoor cinemas
operating. Since the peak years of the late 1950’s the
number of functioning drive-ins has declined 96%. Presently 9 remain in operation.
Originally built in 1948, Badin Road Drive-in Theater’s venerable solo screen had gone dark, but then was
repaired, revived and re-opened in 1994 with a capacity
for nearly 700 cars.
Today the site features Wi-Fi access, FM stereo audio,
and a playground for children. With tickets at $5 for
adults, $2 for children 6 to 11, and children under 6 free,
this is one of the most affordable and unique family
nights out you’ll find anywhere.
Oakboro Cruise-In
4th Friday of every month
Cruise-ins
Locust Cruise-In
Monthly from April - September
visit www.locustnc.com for details
Movie Theaters
Badin Road Drive-In Theater
2411 Badin Rd
Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.2900
www.badinroaddrivein.com
Eastgate Cinema
823 NC 24 27 Bypass East
Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.9315
www.southeastcinemas.com/eastgate-albemarle.htm
Museums
Stanly County is a crossroads of history.  Its people have helped
mold and define the cultural landscape of the county, the state,
and the nation for more than 10,000 years. Our citizens value
their history and have diligently worked together to establish
repositories to safeguard the artifacts of their heritage. With
so many different cultures and catalysts creating history in this
“land between the rivers,” each of Stanly County’s museums is
unique—from examples of Native American art and pottery
in Morrow Mountain State Park to the town of Badin, where
French workers modeled their new community after their own
provincial villages in France. So, make sure to pause in this
crossroads of history and discover the rich heritage that is Stanly
County, North Carolina.
Stanly County Museum
(Including the Historic Marks and Snuggs Houses)
704.986.3777
www.stanlycountymuseum.com
Historic Marks House-Dating from the early 19th century
112 North Third Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.3777
Historic Snuggs House-1852
112 North Third Street Albemarle, NC 28001
704.986.3777
Badin Museum
60 Falls Road Badin, NC 28009
704.422.6900
http://badinmuseum.stevelee.name/index.html
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Badin Quadraplex Museum
704.422.6900
http://badinmuseum.stevelee.name/quad.html
Badin Firehouse Museum
704.422.6900
http://badinmuseum.stevelee.name/firehouse.html
Art Galleries
From the unique works of wildlife sculptor, Roger Martin to
the picturesque portraits by Roger Thomas, and the realist
watercolors of Ron Taylor, Stanly County is proud of its
talented artists. From rural landscapes, historic images and
coastal scenes to bronze sculptures and life size renditions of
mountain bears, the creations are unique to each artist. Many
galleries require appointments, so be sure to call ahead.
Locust Museum
211 Town Centre Drive Locust, NC 28097
704.888.5260
Stanly County Arts Council
141 College Dr. Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.8118
www.stanlycountyartscouncil.org
Oakboro Museum of History
704.485.3612
www.oakboro.com
Roger Martin Gallery & Studio
704.322.8512
www.rogeramartin.com
Oakboro Railroad Museum
128 Aquadale Road Oakboro, NC 28129
704.485.3612
Roger Thomas Art Studio
44134 Vickers Store Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.983.1861
Norwood Museum
205-B Pee Dee Avenue Norwood, NC 28128
704.474.3416
Morrow Mountain
Natural History Museum
49107 Morrow Mountain Road Albemarle, NC 28001
704.982.4402
Falling Rivers Art Gallery
704.983.4278
www.fallingriversgallery.com
Gold Mines
Reed Gold Mine, the home of the first documented gold
While mining in North Carolina was popular in the early
and mid 1800s, today, panning for gold at Reed and other
local historic mines, is a pastime for many county residents,
as well as visitors. Test your luck on striking gold and enjoy
guided tours at the three mines.
Cotton Patch Gold Mine & Campground
41697 Gurley Road New London, NC 28127
704.463.5797
www.cottonpatchgoldmine.com
Mountain Creek Gold Mine
38805 Smokeridge Road New London, NC 28127
704.463.7749
Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site
9621 Reed Mine Road Midland, NC 28107
704.721.4653
www.reedmine.com
“Take rest, a field that has rested
gives a bountiful crop.”-Ovid
A Place to Visit. A Place to Live. A Place to Love.
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Stanly County Travel Guide

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