Jumpin Off Rock has been here forever overlooking Barnes Creek as it cuts its way through the Uwharrie Mountains. When I first moved here, this was wooded and the view was not as open. The spot was cut and now is well on its way back to a forest.
Long a party spot and graffiti destination, now I don't know how much it is visited. The official parking area is .3 mile away on the opposite side of Flint Hill Road (Ant Hill Road on your Garmin GPS).
After scouting a hike with a couple folks from the land Trust for Central NC, I stopped here to look around. The most noticeable change is the memorial just a few yards away. "Little Jimmy Freeman" is recognized at this memorial. There is a small landscaped area with solar lights and a cross covered with messages to Jimmy.
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