Visit Murray's Mill

Catawba, North Carolina

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This is a scenic mill and historic complex easily accessible from I-40 near Statesville, NC.

The Murray's Mill Historic District features Murray's Mill (constructed in 1913) with its 28 ft. waterwheel, a general store constructed in the 1890's, Wheathouse Exhibit gallery, and the John Murray House.

Free and open to the public to visit, this is a great place to stop and stretch your legs if traveling. It is also a great place for a picnic as there are stream-side picnic tables on the property.

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Visit Murray's Mill Reviews

Ashley Gentry

Visit Murray's Mill

02/03/23

Beautiful walk around little pond and the mill

4.0

Jamie Russell

Visit Murray's Mill

01/03/22

We were looking for a place for the kids to burn off some steam passing through and the mill didn’t disappoint! So charming and beautiful!

5.0

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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Visit Murray's Mill

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Hike the Lake Shore Trail at Lake Norman

Geitner Rotary Park Loop

Hike The Hollow Rock Trail at Rocky Face Mountain

Chestnut Knob via River Trail

High Shoals Falls

Sawtooth Campground via Chestnut Knob Trail

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