Accepting donations for our holiday food and toy drive!
Hanging Rock State Park is currently accepting donations for nonperishable items and toys for those in need in Stokes County. Stop by the park's visitor center to donate today!
Park News
Park Maps and Brochures:
Upcoming Events:
Friday, December 14, 2018 - 9:00am
Friday, December 21, 2018 - 9:00am
Friday, December 28, 2018 - 9:00am
PARK partially OPEN
Hanging Rock State Park is open. Trail conditions are extremely hazardous due to heavy ice and snow. Crews are working to clear the parking lots. We may open on a delay due to refreezing. Call office to make sure park is open before travelling. This message will be updated daily.
Last updated on: Tuesday, December 11, 2018 Wash Houses Closed -- Primitive Camping Only
The campground wash houses are closed for the winter months. A pit toilet and water spigot are centrally located in the family campground.
Last updated on: Tuesday, December 4, 2018Park News
Each 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.
Hanging Rock State Park Expansion Master Plan
A park expansion master plan is complete for the 750 acres of land that the State of North Carolina acquired north of Hanging Rock State Park.
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