State Parks News

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Phillips to Serve as Superintendent at Mayo River State Park

Mayo River State Park, Operations
Jessica Phillips, a 12-year employee of the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation, is the new superintendent at Mayo River State Park in Rockingham County.

N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation Seeks Public Input on Mayo River State Park Master Plan

Mayo River State Park, Planning
The N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on the Mayo River State Park Master Plan, a long-term plan that provides access to more than 16 river miles of the Mayo River in Rockingham County.

Rabe Family Donates New Observation Deck at Morrow Mountain State Park

Morrow Mountain State Park, Engineering and Construction, Operations
Thanks to a generous donation from the late Tom Rabe, his wife Jean and the Rabe family, a new 1,000 square foot observation deck is now open on top of Morrow Mountain.

Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Receives Million Dollar Donation for Restoration, Education, Accessibility

Hanging Rock State Park, Recreation Grants and Outreach
A gift of more than $1 million from Ms. Barbara Rose McIntyre to the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund will be directed to projects including restoration, education and accessibility for children. 

Morrow Mountain State Park Grows by Over 20% With Land Donation

Morrow Mountain State Park, Land Protection and Acquisition
Morrow Mountain State Parks grows by over 20% with land donation. The donation was over 1,000 acres. The donation is part of ALCOA Corporation’s Federal Energy Regulatory Commission relicensing agreement.

Closed N.C. State Parks To Begin Phased Reopening May 9

Operations
State parks that closed due to COVID will begin a phased opening.