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How can an insect no bigger than the period at the end of a sentence take down an entire tree? We sit down with Ranger Mary Griffin from Hanging Rock State Park to find out.
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Park News
Swimming Area Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
The lake swimming area will open for the season on Saturday, May 28. Due to staff shortages, the area will be closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer, but will be open Thursdays - Mondays. Canoe and stand-up paddleboard rentals will be available when the lake is open. Please contact the park for more information.
Last updated on: Thursday, June 2, 2022 Diving Platform Closures
Due to lifeguard shortage, the diving platform will be closed intermittently throughout the summer. Lifeguards will open it if staffing and visitation allows. We apologize for the inconvenience while we await more guards to join our crew.
Last updated on: Thursday, June 2, 2022
Contact the park
336-593-8480
hanging.rock@ncparks.gov
Addresses
Park entrance
1790 Hanging Rock Park Road
Danbury, NC 27016
GPS: 36.4119, -80.2541
Visitor center
1005 Visitor Center Drive
Westfield, NC 27053
GPS: 36.3952, -80.2665
Lake bathhouse
2847 Hanging Rock Park Road
Westfield, NC 27053
GPS: 36.3902, -80.2678
Lower Cascades parking area
2143 Hall Road
Westfield, NC 27053
GPS: 36.4148, -80.2647
Dan River access
1258 Flinchum Road
Danbury, NC 27016
GPS: 36.4293, -80.2487
Tory's Den parking area
1185 Charlie Young Road
Westfield, NC 27053
GPS: 36.4019, -80.2995
Climbing access
1035 Climbing Access Drive
Westfield, NC 27053
GPS: 36.3995, -80.2906
Mountain biking access
2568 Moores Spring Road
Westfield, NC 27053
GPS: 36.4187, -80.2839
Hours
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The park's main gate at Hanging Rock Park Road observes the following opening and closing hours:
- December to February:
7:00am to 7:00pm
- March to April:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- May to September:
7:00am to 10:00pm
- October:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- November:
7:00am to 8:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
- Campers and cabin guests must arrive prior to the closing hour, after which the park gate is closed for the night.
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All other accesses, including Lower Cascades, Tory's Den, Dan River access, climbing access, and mountain bike trails, observe the gate hours listed below. Please plan accordingly.
- December to February:
7:30am to 5:30pm
- March to April:
7:30am to 7:30pm
- May to September:
7:30am to 8:30pm
- October:
7:30am to 7:30pm
- November:
7:30am to 6:30pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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Summer months only. Hours may vary due to staff availability. The diving platform may be closed due to staffing; please inquire with staff for hours.
- Monday:
11:00am to 5:45pm
Thursday to Sunday:
10:00am to 5:45pm
- Fee charged for all swimmers. Free swim from 5:00pm to 5:45pm.
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Hanging Rock State Park will not have boat rentals available in 2021. The concession stand is open when the swim beach is open.
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Open weekends only in spring and fall
- Open daily during summer months
- 10:00am to 5:30pm
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Open daily:
- 9:00am to 4:45pm
- Closed Christmas Day
News archive
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.
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We sat down with Ranger Austin Paul who has been fortunate enough to have experienced being a park ranger in both state parks and national parks. He takes us on the journey that led him to both state parks and national parks, as well as some of the similarities and differences between state and national parks.
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!
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.
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Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 - 10:00am
Saturday, July 2, 2022 - 4:00pm
Saturday, July 2, 2022 - 8:30pm