Waterfalls, rocky overlooks and a swimming lake in the Sauratown Mountains, under an hour from town.

Hanging Rock is the classic Winston-Salem day trip: a short but steep hike to the namesake rock outcrop, several easy waterfall walks and a small lake with a sandy swim area in summer.

Our picks

  • Hanging Rock Trail for the view.
  • Upper and Lower Cascades for easy waterfalls.
  • Paddling on the nearby Dan River with local outfitters.

Parking fills on nice weekends – go early.

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