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Mountain Island Educational State Forest

704-601-1060

Stanley

200 Gobbler Way

Discover one of Gaston County’s most peaceful outdoor escapes at Mountain Island Educational State Forest, a scenic natural haven tucked along Mountain Island Lake. Perfect for families, hikers, and nature lovers, this forest offers beautiful wooded trails, unique educational exhibits, and a quiet place to connect with North Carolina’s natural resources.

Visitors can explore four easy, well-marked trails—including the popular Talking Tree Trail, where audio stations share stories from the…

Mountain Island Educational State Forest

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Demonstration Trail

200 Gobbler Way

Mountain Island Educational State Forest

Stanley

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Easy

.25 Mile

The Demonstration Trail at Mountain Island Educational Forest features forest…

Harvest Hill Trail

200 Gobbler Way

Mountain Island Educational State Forest

Stanley

Type:

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Natural Surface

Easy

.75 Mile

The Harvest Hill Trail at Mountain Island Educational Forest features…

Talking Tree Trail

200 Gobbler Way

Mountain Island Educational State Forest

Stanley

Type:

Difficulty:

Length:

Natural Surface

Easy

.85 Mile

The Talking Tree Trail at Mountain Island Educational Forest features…

Natural SurfaceWalking

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