Lake Norman State Park
Upcoming Events:
We are currently accepting applications for Seasonal General Utility Worker Positions.
GUW's are responsible for the maintenance and operation of a state park including janitorial work and groundskeeping. Duties include driving state-owned vehicle, cleaning public restrooms, picking up litter, using commercial lawn mowers, using weed trimmers, use of hand tools, and other power equipment. Frequent contact with the public to answer questions or assist visitors. All positions include weekend and holiday work. Minimum age of 18 and a valid driver’s license is required. Work requires being outdoors which includes exposure to all associated weather and environmental conditions i.e. heat rain, insects, and poison ivy.
Please complete a PD-107 (State Application) and drop off at the Park Office/Visitor's Center, or you may mail your completed application to: Lake Norman State Park 759 State Park Rd. Troutman, NC 28166.
For more information you may also call the park office 704-528-6350.
Posted on: Friday, June 30, 2017 - 1:03pm
Starting August 11th through September 4, the swim beach will continue to be open though Lifeguards will NOT be on duty. Please swim at your own risk.
The Concession Stand will be open during weekends and weekdays when staffing is available.
Posted on: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 - 2:05pmThe Itusi Trail is OPEN!
Posted on: Thursday, August 17, 2017 - 8:47amLake Norman State Park
Lake Norman State Park, on the largest manmade lake in North Carolina, boasts one of the region’s more popular mountain biking network, offering 30.5 miles of single-track trail. Nearby are a 125-yard-long swim beach and bathhouse complex as well as a boat ramp and opportunities for fishing from spots along park trails. A family campground with 32-sites and a group campground are available during warm-weather months, and a community building with kitchen facilities, restrooms and fireplace can be rented for family and group events year round. Free interpretive programs are complemented by educational exhibits throughout the visitor center and along the child-friendly Dragonfly Trail.
Nearby Attractions
Ft. Dobbs
N.C. Transporation Museum
Lake Norman State Park
November- February 7am - 6pm
March, April, September and October: 7am - 8pm
May, June, July and August: 7am - 9pm
Family Campground and Boat Launch are open 24 hours through the St. Johns Road entrance.
Park Office
Everyday: 8am - 5pm