

Most of the year, the waters in the creek are fairly shallow with little movement, making it a serene place to hear birds, insects, and other wildlife. Mountain Creek begins in Candor in Montgomery County and empties into the Yadkin-Pee Dee River at Blewett Falls Lake in western Richmond County. With this much diversity, Mountain Creek is a truly remarkable place. Look to your east and you can see flat terrain with willow oaks and other flora more reminiscent of the Sandhills. As you float on this creek, you can look to your west and see the rocky outcrops with galax and mountain laurel that are characteristic of the Uwharries. Mountain Creek is in the southeastern Piedmont on the transition line between the Uwharries and the Sandhills. Even less well known than the Uwharries, however, is the beautiful and unique Mountain Creek. With access to hiking trails, rivers, lakes and campsites this area offers many attractions. The Uwharries are one area in the Piedmont that has abundant diversity and recreational opportunities. With the spectacular beauty of our mountains and coast in North Carolina, the Piedmont often receives less recognition. This diversity makes it a marvelous place. The state’s majestic mountains, picturesque Piedmont farmland and tranquil beaches provide a variety of habitats and recreational opportunities.

North Carolina is a beautiful state filled with unique features.
