Birkhead Wilderness Route
Explore southwestern Randolph County's farms and wooded hills.
Piedmont, North Carolina — Asheboro
Explore southwestern Randolph County's farms and wooded hills. The 9.3-mile main route follows High Pines Church Road from Hopewell Friends Road to Lassiter Mill Road; a 12.5-mile extension from the Ulah area includes Pisgah Covered Bridge.
Before you go: The main route and extension total 21.8 miles. Follow the linked route map and use designated parking for bridge or trail stops.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/birkhead-wilderness-route/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.
Piedmont, North Carolina — Asheboro
Explore southwestern Randolph County's farms and wooded hills. The 9.3-mile main route follows High Pines Church Road from Hopewell Friends Road to Lassiter Mill Road; a 12.5-mile extension from the Ulah area includes Pisgah Covered Bridge.
Before you go: The main route and extension total 21.8 miles. Follow the linked route map and use designated parking for bridge or trail stops.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/birkhead-wilderness-route/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.