King's Mountain Point Picnic Pavilion

About

King's Mountain Point Day Use Area sits on the eastern shore of Badin Lake, a 5,350-acre impoundment of the Yadkin River built in 1917 by ALCOA for hydroelectric power. The lake is the largest fishing hole in Uwharrie National Forest, stocked with catfish, bream, largemouth bass, white bass, and striped bass. Four accessible fishing piers provide shoreline access, though the floating fishing pier is currently under renovation until Spring 2027. The reservable picnic pavilion accommodates groups with 9 picnic tables, 3 large charcoal grills (bring your own charcoal), and 6 electrical outlets at 30 amps. Beyond the pavilion, 34 individual picnic sites with pedestal grills are scattered throughout the area and available free without reservation. A 0.5-mile paved accessible trail circles the day-use area with views of the lake, and a 9-hole disc golf course is available with discs available from the on-site Day Use Host. This is strictly a day-use facility open from 7 am to 10 pm daily, year-round. Overnight camping is prohibited. The pavilion must be reserved through Recreation.gov for group events and parties.

Directions

From the north: Take NC Hwy 109 South toward Troy. Cross over NC Hwy 49 and continue approximately 8 miles into Eldorado. Turn right onto Mullinix Road (SR 1154) at the Badin Lake Recreation Area sign. At the stop sign, turn right onto FR 544 (McLean's Creek Rd), continue to the stop sign and turn right onto FR 597 (Badin Lake Road), then take the first left onto FR 597A. The picnic pavilion is on the hill opposite the entrance to the day use area. From the south: Take NC Hwy 109 North from Troy toward Uwharrie. Continue approximately 3 miles and take the 2nd left after crossing the Uwharrie River onto Mullinix Road (SR 1154), then follow the directions above.