Join park intern (biology major) for a hike on the nature trail. Enjoy the 0.7 mile loop trail of pure bliss and see what fungi you can find along the way! A checklist will be provided for the search.
Events and Programs
Park Maps and Brochures:
Main Water Line Break -- Restrooms and Water Faucets Out of Order
Due to a break in the main water line, the restrooms are currently closed at Hanging Rock State Park. Drinking water is also unavailable. Portable toilets are located in the parking lots at the Visitor Center and at the Lake, but we highly advise visitors to bring plenty of drinking water with them until we can complete repairs. This message will be removed when the water is restored.
Posted on: Friday, June 22, 2018 Swimming Area Operations Schedule
The lakefront swimming area, boating and refreshment stand at Hanging Rock State Park will be open from Saturday, May 26 until Memorial Day, Monday, May 28. It will then close and reopen on Friday, June 1, and be open daily throughout the summer. Hours of operation are from 10am - 5:45pm (Mondays 11am - 5:45pm).
Please contact the park for more information.
Posted on: Sunday, May 27, 2018 North End of Moore's Wall Climbing Closure
The North End of Moore's Wall at Hanging Rock State Park is closed to rock climbing due to nesting peregrine falcons in the area. Only the North End is affected by this closure -- other parts of the wall and the boulder field remain open. Please contact the park for more information.
Posted on: Wednesday, April 11, 2018Events and Programs
Hanging Rock State Park offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
Date of Event:
Sat, 06/23/2018 - 10:00am to 10:45am
Start Location:
Front of Lake Bathhouse
Come check out our Farmers Market featuring homegrown produce, crafts, food and other items made and grown in Stokes County. This farmers market is offered by Stokes Future, a nonprofit designed to help feed our own, employ our own, and prosper.
Market will be open from 11 am until 2 pm every Saturday through November in the parking lot near the Visitor Center. Live music too!
Date of Event:
Repeats every week every Saturday 30 times.
Sat, 04/21/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 04/28/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 05/05/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 05/12/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 05/19/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 05/26/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 06/02/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 06/09/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 06/16/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 06/23/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 06/30/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 07/07/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 07/14/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 07/21/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 07/28/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 08/04/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 08/11/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 08/18/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 08/25/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 09/01/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 09/08/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 09/15/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 09/22/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 09/29/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 10/06/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 10/13/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 10/20/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 10/27/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 11/03/2018 - 11:00am, Sat, 11/10/2018 - 11:00am Start Location:
Visitor Center parking lot
Let’s explore the fishing tactics used by Native Americans and early settlers!
Date of Event:
Sat, 06/23/2018 - 3:00pm
Start Location:
Lake Bathhouse
Join a park ranger at the Campground Amphitheatre and learn about some of the animals found here in the park and the many ways they defend themselves from predators. We'll have some pictures, animal skins and skulls to aid us in our talk. Campers and cabin guests only. Please, no dogs at program.
Date of Event:
Wed, 06/27/2018 - 7:00pm
Start Location:
Campground Amphitheatre
Join a park ranger at the Tory's Den parking lot for a short (0.3 mi) hike to the cave. We will discuss how the area was used as a hideout for British loyalists during the American Revolutionary War and learn a bit of interesting local history.
Approximate length: 45 minutes.
Date of Event:
Thu, 06/28/2018 - 2:00pm
Start Location:
Torys Den Parking Lot
Contact:
Hanging Rock State Park
1790 Hanging Rock Park Road
Danbury, NC 27016Phone336-593-8480
hanging.rock@ncparks.gov
Latitude: 36.411906
Longitude: -80.254120
December, January, February: 7am - 7pm
March, April: 7am - 9pm
May, June, July, August, September: 7am - 10pm
October: 7am - 9pm
November: 7am - 8pm
Camping and cabin guests must arrive prior to the closing hour, after which the park gate is closed for the night.
The park is closed Christmas Day.
Swimming
(Summer months only. Hours may vary slightly due to staff availability. Diving platform may be closed due to staffing, please inquire with staff for hours)
Monday: 11am - 5:45pm
Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 5:45pm
(Fee charged for all swimmers. Free swim from 5-5:45 pm)
Boat Rentals and Concession Stand
Weekends only in spring and fall (10am - 5:30pm)
Daily during summer months
Park Visitor Center
9am - 4:45pm daily