A heat advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. Hot temperatures and high humidity will create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible.
Posted on: Friday, July 21, 2017 - 8:09pmPark News
Park Maps and Brochures:
Upcoming Events:
The main park office will closed on Saturdays and Sundays through 2017. The office will however be open holiday weekends for visitor assistance. When closed, you may go to one of our park entrance stations for assistance.
Posted on: Tuesday, May 23, 2017 - 11:10amSandling Beach Day Use Area will close for the season starting Monday September 18, 2017 so that major water system repairs can be completed. The area will re-open as scheduled in 2018.
Posted on: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 - 11:25amEach of North Carolina’s state parks has special events during the year and news about facilities, trails, staff and park supporters. And, visitors are frequently finding new ways to explore a park’s unique cultural and natural resources. Check these pages to keep abreast of the news at your favorite parks.
Falls Lake State Recreation Area
Day Use Areas
November - February: 8am - 6pm
March - April and September - October: 8am - 8pm
May - August: 8am - 9pm
Closed Christmas Day
Campgrounds
All campgrounds now offer 24 hour access during the operating season. See Opening and Closing Schedule for details.
All campgrounds are closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Park Office and Information Center
8 AM TO 5 PM Daily
Office closed most State Holidays and weekends between Labor Day and Easter