Topics Related to Pilot Mountain State Park

Tree ID

June 25th Tree ID- 11:00 AM Meet at the visitor center and take a short hike (0.75 miles) on the Grassy Ridge and Fiddlehead trails to learn about how to identify the common trees in the area.

Cloud Chasers

June 24th Cloud Chasers - 10 AM - 11 AM Join us for another Tots Tuesday for a kid friendly program where we'll spend the morning with our heads in the clouds - literally!

Lantern lit evening hike around the Pilot Knob

June 21st - Lantern lit evening hike around the Pilot Knob: 6 PM - 8 PM. Kick off the summer by bringing history to light!

Creek Critters

June 19th- Creek Critters: 1:00 PM Meet at the Bean Shoals access of the park to explore a creek and learn about what lives in it, and how we can tell water quality based on what we find. This program is designed for kids.

Pollinators

June 18th- Pollinators: 10:00 AM Get ready to buzz with excitement! Join us at Pilot Creek Access as we explore the importance of these tiny but mighty creatures. Learn all about the fascinating world of pollinators.

North Carolina Celebrates 50th Anniversary of National Natural Landmarks

The N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation announced today that six division sites are celebrating their 50th anniversary as National Natural Landmarks (NNL) as designated by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior.

Bean Shoals Access at Pilot Mountain State Park Now Open

Pilot Mountain State Park’s Bean Shoals Access, located along the north side of the Yadkin River, has reopened following a construction project in 2024.

North Carolina State Parks to Offer 'Kayaking 101' Classes with American Canoe Association, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Carolina Beach, Hammocks Beach, Hanging Rock, Jockey's Ridge, Jones Lake, Lake James, Lake Norman, Morrow Mountain, and Pilot Mountain state parks; Falls Lake State Recreation Area; and Salmon Creek State Natural Area are hosting the paddling instruction events for National Safe Boating Week 2024.

Bean Shoals Access at Pilot Mountain State Park to Close for Construction

The access at Bean Shoals in Pilot Mountain State Park will be improved by a construction project that includes three new bridges and a stream restoration.

Planning Your Visit

The road to the summit will be open daily, depending on available parking space and road conditions. Expect delays on weekends and holidays. To avoid this, plan to visit the park during the week or early in the morning or later in the evening.