Hanging Rock State Park

With the 4th of July upon us and the temps at least dropping a few degrees, I thought a good short run somewhere would be a great way to begin the celebration day. If you can get out early enough and return to the couch before the mid-day heat, it might be worth it. Depending on where you live in North Carolina, Virginia, or where ever, Hanging Rock, (1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC 27016-7417)  might be a short run or a little bit longer than what you want for the day, but the views are excellent, roads have some awesome turns and twists and are kept up nice, and the parks and recreations have built a nice and cool resting spot half way through the ride loop that gives you a chance to relax by the water and walk around. From Salisbury, NC, give yourself about 4-5 hours to run this if you dont make too many stops for anything but gasoline. Here are some general direction and a map link of the loop.

From Walnut Cove, NC take Hwy. 89 west to Danbury. Turn left at Stokes-Reynolds Hospital on Hanging Rock Park Road 1.5 miles to the park.

From Winston-Salem, NC take Hwy 8 north to Danbury. Turn left at Stokes-Reynolds Hospital on Hanging Rock Park Road 1.5 miles to the park.

From King, NC take Hwy 66 north to Moore Springs Rd. Turn right on Moore Springs then right on Hanging Rock Park Road at the park entrance,

From Stuart, VA take Hwy 8 south to Danbury. Turn right at Stokes-Reynolds Hospital on Hanging Rock Park Road 1.5 miles to the park.

The map give a great shot of the loop and I definately recommend taking some extra time and taking some extra turns and explore the area. I never get lost on a motorcycle, I just find a new way. Enjoy!

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