Start It, Stanly! Hike It! Fall
About this race
It's another round of the popular Start It, Stanly! Health and Wellness Series, HIKE IT! Atrium Health Stanly has partnered with Morrow Mountain State Park to provide this exciting opportunity. Come by yourself, with a friend, family, or bring a whole group to enjoy the chance to get away from technology while being physically active. Sign up for these FREE sessions today!
Participants should dress appropriately for the weather and most importantly, trail appropriate shoes. Flip Flops, sandals and open toed shoes are NOT appropriate. In the event of inclement weather, we will send an email to participants.
We will hike the posted Saturday dates beginning October 17, 2026. Hike dates are October 17, 31 & November 14 and 28, 2026. All hikes begin at 8:00 a.m. Please be sure to follow the schedule below for starting point.
Morrow Mountain State Park
49104 Morrow Mountain Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
**Please note that parking will vary based on the trail.**
October 17, 2026 @ 8am - Sugarloaf Trail
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
October 31, 2026 @ 8am - Falls Trail
Meet in the parking area located near the Morrow Mountain boat launch and boat rental facility.
November 14, 2026 @ 8:00am - Hattaway Mountain Trail
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
November 28, 2026 @ 8:00am - Morrow Mountain Trail - FINAL HIKE
Meet at the parking area located at the Bridle Trail/Sugar Loaf Trail/Horse Trailer Parking area, one-half mile on right after entering Morrow Mountain State Park.
**In the event of inclement weather, hikes may be canceled. In such cases, please check our Facebook event page or you may contact Daniel Harkey at 704-984-8997 for information regarding weather issues and canceled hikes.
Morrow Mountain Trail Map: MOMO Trail map
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Start It, Stanly! Hike It! Winter 2026 Session
By registering for this event, you are eligible to participate any or all of the Hiking sessions. These sessions are not races, just hikes. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather. You are also welcome to bring healthy snacks and water on the trail. Every hiking session will begin at 8:00 a.m.
Start It, Stanly! Hike It! Fall 2026 Session
By registering for this event, you are eligible to participate any or all of the Hiking sessions. These sessions are not races, just hikes. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather. You are also welcome to bring healthy snacks and water on the trail. Every hiking session will begin at 8:00 a.m.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 12 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Albemarle.
About Albemarle
Start It, Stanly! Hike It! Fall takes place in Albemarle, North Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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