Enjoy a program set up for children and the young at heart. Campground Amphitheater - Campers and Cabin Guests only, PLEASE.
Events and Programs
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Events 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:
Sun, 06/25/2017 - 9:30am to 10:15am
Start Location:
Campground Amphitheater
Feel bear fur, see a bear skull, and learn fascinating facts about the reclusive and seldom-sighted visitor to Hanging Rock State Park.
Date of Event:
Sun, 06/25/2017 - 2:00pm to 2:45pm
Start Location:
Hanging Rock Trailhead
Join a Park Ranger and have a look at some of the unique features Hanging Rock’s animals possess.
Date of Event:
Wed, 06/28/2017 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Start Location:
Shelter #3 along the Indian Creek Trail
Every Wednesday night from May 31 until August 30, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. in the campground amphitheatre. (Beside campsite 2) Come join the Danbury Songwriters in a campground jam. Visiting pickers are invited but you don't have to play or sing to join in. Foot-tapping is appreciated. Everyone is welcome. FREE. Stokes County musicians who perform locally as the Danbury Songwriters (https://www.danburysongwriters.org) lead the jams and keep things moving. So bring your chops and be ready to play!
Non-campers will have to park on the paved parking lot at the visitor center and walk over, as there are no parking spaces at the amphitheatre. Weather permitting.
Date of Event:
Repeats every week every Wednesday until Wed Aug 30 2017 .
Wed, 06/07/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 06/14/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 06/21/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 06/28/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 07/05/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 07/12/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 07/19/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 07/26/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 08/02/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 08/09/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 08/16/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 08/23/2017 - 7:00pm, Wed, 08/30/2017 - 7:00pm Start Location:
Campground Amphitheatre
Join a Park Ranger and have a look at some of the unique features Hanging Rock’s animals possess.
Date of Event:
Thu, 06/29/2017 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Start Location:
Shelter #3 along the Indian Creek Trail
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
Park Hours:
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