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Due to construction from the developed campground project, the one-way section of the park road is temporarily closed. This includes the roadside overlook.
For questions or updates, call the park office at (828) 966-9099.
Sorry for any inconvienance.

Last updated on: Sunday, November 8, 2020

Current status of park facilities

Trails and restrooms are open. The picnic shelters are not currently available for reservations.

The visitor center is open, but the exhibit area, classroom, and auditorium remain closed. A properly worn mask or face covering, covering both the nose and the mouth, is required to enter the visitor center.

All campsites are open. Raymond Fisher campsites can be reserved online or campers can bring exact change ($15 per night per site) and register in-person at the trailhead. Other backcountry campsites are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note that this alert is updated only when something changes. Generally, state parks are following the phased reopening statewide. As of October 3, we are following modified Phase 3.

Last updated on: Monday, November 2, 2020