The Uwharrie Mountains

Estimated and documented for 500 million

years ago, the Uwharrie Mountains emerged

from the soils of North Carolina's central

Piedmont Area, making them the oldest

mountain range in North America's History.

Over time the same forces of erosion that wore the Appalachians down from their former Rocky Mountain-like heights also took their toll on the Uwharrie Mountain

range, which now top out at around 1,000 feet. The Uwharrie Lakes Region contains some of the most significant Native American archeological sites in North America. Attracted by the Yadkin-Pee Dee River and abundant wildlife, a succession of Indian cultures began settling in the region as far back as 12,000 years ago.

There are six man made lakes that lie along the river

chain. They are (from north to south) High Rock Lake, Tuckertown Reservoir, Badin Lake, Falls Lake,

Lake Tillery, and Blewett Falls Lake. At the region's

center, the Uwharrie River joins the Yadkin to become

the Pee Dee as it flows south through Georgetown,

South Carolina and into the Atlantic Ocean.

The official overall size of the Uwharrie National Forrest is 53,000 acres. If you are looking for a fun afternoon to go along with your fun wine experience here...then... 

think about planning also a trip to Morrow Mountain. The entrance to this Federal Wildlife Area

is only 20 minutes away from our winery. Morrow Mountain is 4792 acres and recreation is plentiful

in and around the waters of Badin Lake, Lake Tillery, and Morrow Mountain. Fishing and boating

are popular pastimes and true nature lovers can pick from miles of trails to travel on by foot

or by horseback and there are plenty of picknic areas to enjoy.

Many of the Uwharrie Vineyards' staff really enjoy their

free time there hiking every week and relaxing in the

great outdoors.  And for those out-of-town visitors who

want to stay and take it all in for a relaxing weekend,

there are cabins and camping sites available there

and we also have many Bed and Breakfast Inns and

Hotels in and around the area. So come, sample

some award winning wines, relax, and enjoy.