Rolling View and Holly Point campsites are open for their normal operating schedule.
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Morrow Mountain State Park
Several facilities at Morrow Mountain are closed for extended periods from 2022-2024 due to construction.
Mount Mitchell State Park
Commissary Ridge dispersed camping area inside Pisgah National Forest closed; please be bear aware when you are at Mount Mitchell State Park and the surrounding area.
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, Eno River State Park, Falls Lake State Recreation Area, Haw River State Park, Jones Lake State Park, Lumber River State Park, Mayo River State Park, Morrow Mountain State Park, New River State Park, South Mountains State Park, Stone Mountain State Park
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission's Tackle Loaner Program allows new anglers to borrow rods, reels, and other fishing gear free of charge.
Jockeys Ridge State Park, Engineering and Construction, Interpretation and Education, Recreation Grants and Outreach
The new visitor center at Jockey's Ridge State Park offers more space and state-of-the-art additions, after a renovation that expanded its size to 6,200 square feet.
Jockeys Ridge State Park, Interpretation and Education, Land Protection and Acquisition
Carolista Fletcher Baum, a fearless advocate for environmental preservation, will be recognized with a North Carolina Highway Historical Marker for her pivotal role in safeguarding the iconic Jockey's Ridge on the Outer Banks.
Lake Norman State Park, Interpretation and Education, Natural Resources, Operations
This July, we have an exciting new visitor at Lake Norman State Park!
Lake Norman State Park
All campers at Lake Norman State Park should follow the boil water advisory instructions before using water.
Operations
Two state parks veterans were promoted, and a new staff member has joined the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation's operations section. Kristen Woodruff has been named as the parks chief ranger and John Privette as the law enforcement specialist, while the division recently welcomed Jenn Steele as the safety consultant.
Hammocks Beach State Park, Interpretation and Education
Ranger Jake Vitak at Hammocks Beach State Park was recognized by the Division for his exemplary efforts in providing a kayak safety course as part of a partnership with the American Canoe Association and several other agencies.
Eno River State Park, Engineering and Construction, Interpretation and Education
Funded by the NC Connect Bond, the new visitor center at Fews Ford Access offers engaging exhibits, electric vehicle charging, and a gorgeous back deck overlooking the riverine environment.
Hammocks Beach State Park, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Access, Interpretation and Education, Land Protection and Acquisition, Natural Resources
The Office of State Archaeology is holding a town hall meeting to discuss a federally funded project that will conduct survey and research at Hammocks Beach State Park.
Jockeys Ridge State Park
Bowman was selected by a unanimous vote of the friends group's board of directors.
Gorges State Park, Interpretation and Education, Natural Resources
The state park is in the migratory path of the butterfly's annual migration to Mexico.
Carolina Beach State Park, Natural Resources, Operations
The annual award was presented at the North Carolina Prescribed Fire Council annual conference in Wilmington.