COVID-19 information for parks (Updated 3/26/2021)
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Reservable Facilities
The Itusi Bike Trails are OPEN.
Last updated on: Friday, May 7, 2021The visitor center is open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. All visitors must wear a mask or face covering while inside the visitor center.
There are NO boat rentals or concessions at this time.
The swim beach is open. There are no lifeguards on duty so you swim at your own risk. Currently there is no charge.
Hiking trails, boat ramp, and restroom facilities are open. Bike trails are open, weather permitting.
Indoor facalities such as Community Building, Auditoriums, and Classrooms are open for reservations through the Visitor Center only. Indoor facalities are limited to 50 people per reservation/event. Social distancing, face covering, and frequent hand washing all are required for rentals of these facilities.
Outdoor facalities such as Shelters are open for reservations. Shelters are limited to 50 -100 people per reservation/event. Social distancing, face covering, and frequent hand washing all are required for rentals of these facilities.
Family campsites and group campsites are open for reservations. Visit the reservations website or call 1-877-722-6762 to make a reservation.
Please note that this alert is updated only when something changes. Generally, state parks are following the phased reopening statewide. As of March 25th, we are following Executive Order 204.
Last updated on: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Thank you for your patience, our new campground facilities are now available for reservation. Please navigate to our Reservations Section to make your reservation or call 877-722-6762
Last updated on: Monday, February 22, 2021
Contact the park
704-528-6350
lake.norman@ncparks.gov
Address
Visitor center
759 State Park Road
Troutman, NC 28166
GPS: 35.6725, -80.9325
Hours
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- November to February:
7:00am to 6:00pm
- March to April:
7:00am to 8:00pm
- May to August:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- September to October:
7:00am to 8:00pm
- 24-hour access to campground and boat launch is available through the entrance on St. Johns Road.
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Open daily:
9:00am to 12:00pm
1:00pm to 4:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
Facilities for rent
Check the reservations website for availability and prices.
In addition to campsites, you can reserve the following facilities at this park:
Picnic Shelters
Unreserved picnic shelters are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. However, the shelters are very popular, so reservations are strongly suggested.
The Heron picnic shelter located behind the Visitor Center accommodates up to 96 people, and has a grill. Drinking water and restrooms are nearby. The shelter is handicap accessible. The shelter is available year-round.
The Wood Duck picnic shelter located behind and to the left of the Visitor Center accommodates up to 50 people, and has a grill. Drinking water and restrooms are nearby. The shelter is handicap accessible. The shelter is available year-round.
The Osprey and Kingfisher picnic shelters at the end of Shortleaf Lane near the swimming area each accommodate up to 96 people. Drinking water is nearby. The shelter is handicap accessible. The shelters are available year-round.
Auditorium
The auditorium is located in the visitor center and accommodates up to 40 people. Tables and chairs are available. Exhibits, classroom, drinking water and restrooms are nearby. This room has a projector and microphone/sound system. The building is handicap accessible. The auditorium is generally available for reservation from 8am-5pm. The auditorium may be reserved for the evening hours with a Special Activity Permit and an additional fee. Reservations are required; please contact the park.
Classroom
The classroom is located in the visitor center and accommodates up to 41 people. Tables and chairs are available. Drinking water and restrooms are nearby. The building is handicap accessible. The classroom is available for reservation from 8am-5pm. The classroom may be reserved for the evening hours with a Special Activity Permit and an additional fee. Reservations are required; please contact the park.
Community Building
The community building at the end of Group Camp Lane accommodates up to 147 people. It has a large meeting room, kitchen facilities, restrooms and a fireplace. The building is handicap accessible. The building may be occupied between 8 a.m. to a half hour before area closing. Contact the park office to reserve the facility.
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