If you’re up for a hike and float in North Carolina, then we have the perfect day planned for you! There are so many gorgeous hikes in North Carolina and also some amazing rivers for floating. So what’s better than an invigorating hike to the stunning Hanging Rock, and then being rewarded with a relaxing float trip on the Dan River? Not much! So head over to the Danbury area in Stokes County for a fun-filled day!
For an awesome hike with some of the most breathtaking views, head to Hanging Rock State Park and the Hanging Rock Trail. The trail is 2.6-miles total out-and-back to the stunning namesake rock formation.
Utkarsh Ayachit/AllTrails Hanging Rock State Park, 1790 Hanging Rock Park Rd, Danbury, NC 27016, USA
Start out at the visitors center parking lot and follow the marked trail signs for the Hanging Rock Trail. The trail starts paved, but then turns to gravel, dirt, and rock with a gradual elevation climb.
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The last portion of the hike to the quartzite formation consists of rock and wood stairs. Note the signage that cautions visitors about injury and death due to the cliffs and drastic drops. So be very careful during your hike.
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But once you arrive at the summit, you will be rewarded with gorgeous views of the park below and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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After your invigorating hike, head 3 miles down the road to downtown Danbury and The General Dan Tubing Co.
The General Dan Tubing Co/Facebook Danbury General Store, 201 Main St, Danbury, NC 27016, USA
There they will provide you tubes and get you and your group loaded onto a shuttle and bring you to the river input. You will then spend the next few hours floating leisurely down the Dan River and end up back at the shop. The General Dan Tubing Co makes tubing easy and fun!
The General Dan Tubing Co/Facebook
What are you waiting for? Grab your hiking shoes and swimsuit and set off for an awesome hike and float in North Carolina. Hanging Rock and the General Dan Tubing Co await you.
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Hanging Rock State Park, 1790 Hanging Rock Park Rd, Danbury, NC 27016, USA
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Danbury General Store, 201 Main St, Danbury, NC 27016, USA
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