🏞️ River Swim
🟢 Easy Free Entry
🌊 About Little Uwharrie River
Sandy-bottomed pools in the Uwharrie National Forest offering a peaceful, less-crowded alternative to busier Triangle-area swimming holes.
📋 Visit Details
Water Temperature
💧 Warm river water
Water Type
Sandy-bottomed river pools
Managed By
US Forest Service (Uwharrie National Forest)
County
Montgomery / Randolph County, North Carolina
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Uwharrie National Forest, off US-64, NC
Access Notes:
Easy access; less crowded than Triangle-area spots on summer weekends
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace