Directions
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Upcoming Events:
Construction on the Linwood Access Area parking lot expansion has begun.During the construction the gravel lot will be closed. Expect parking delays until construction is completed.
Last updated on: Thursday, June 6, 2019From southbound I-85, take exit 13 to Edgewood Road. At the top of the ramp turn left onto Edgewood Road. At the first stoplight, turn right onto Franklin Boulevard/Highway 74 and drive approximately two miles. At the next stoplight, turn left onto Sparrow Springs Road. Continue on Sparrow Springs Road for approximately two miles, and turn right again on Sparrow Springs Road. The main entrance to the park will be on the right in less than one mile.
From northbound I-85, take exit 8 to NC 161. At the top of the ramp turn right onto NC 161 and drive approximately a quarter mile. Then turn left onto Lake Montonia Road/Pinnacle Road and follow it to its end at Sparrow Springs Road. Turn left at the stop sign onto Sparrow Springs Road. The main entrance to the park will be on the left in approximately one mile.
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Contact
704-853-5375
crowders.mountain@ncparks.gov
Addresses
Park office and
Sparrow Springs access
522 Park Office Lane
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
GPS: 35.213316, -81.293555
Linwood access
4611 Linwood Road
Gastonia, NC 28086
GPS: 35.240917, -81.269312
Boulders access
108 Van Dyke Road
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
GPS: 35.171180, -81.362762
Hours
The gates at Linwood Road, Boulders and Sparrow Springs access (including all trails, picnic areas and the lake) close at the listed times below.
- December to February:
7:00am to 6:00pm
- March to April:
7:00am to 8:00pm
- May to September:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- October:
7:00am to 8:00pm
- November:
7:00am to 7:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
- 8:00am to 5:00pm daily
- Closed Christmas Day
Campers may access the Campground Trail parking at Sparrow Springs during these hours:
- December to February:
7:00am to 7:00pm
- March to April:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- May to September:
7:00am to 10:00pm
- October:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- November:
7:00am to 8:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
There is a 1-mile hike to the campground from the parking lot. Please plan accordingly.