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The view from Mount Jefferson State Natural Area
Open for fishing!   

The Naked Creek restoration site of Mount Jefferson State Natural area will be open for fishing only.
Site will open at sunrise and will close at  sunset, starting May 16, 2021 until June 27, 2021.

Help us continue protecting the stream by following all NC State Park and NC Wildlife rules and regulations. Please be helpful by not cutting or breaking new plantings, trees or livestakes.  Do not drive in the fields, park in the mowed areas and DO NOT CROSS THE BRIDGE.  No camping or campfires and please pack out all trash.
For more information please call the Mount Jefferson SNA office at 336-246-9653,
 

 Last updated on: Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Restrooms Closed   

11/30/2020 - The restrooms at the Summit (picnic area) are closed for the winter season.

 Last updated on: Monday, November 30, 2020

Current status of park facilities   

All park facilities are open as of September 11. 

A properly worn mask or face covering, covering both the nose and the mouth, is required to enter the park office.

Please continue to follow social distancing guidelines throughout the park, regardless of the behavior of others. Bring a mask or face covering even if you are planning to only be outside; they are required to be worn when you cannot stay 6 feet away from park staff or other visitors. Wash or sanitize your hands before, during, and after your visit. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home.

 Last updated on: Friday, September 11, 2020


Map of North Carolina – Mount Jefferson State Natural Area


Contact the park
 

336-246-9653

mount.jefferson@ncparks.gov
 

Address
 

Park office

1481 Mount Jefferson State Park Road
West Jefferson, NC 28694

GPS: 36.3936, -81.4680
 

Hours
 

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  • Year-round:
    8:00am to sunset
     
  • Closed Christmas Day
     

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  • Open Monday to Friday:
    8:00am to 5:00pm
     
  • Closed state holidays
     

 

 

 

List of trails

An investment of little more than an hour's time offers a high return as the beauty and diversity of the park are best seen while hiking along its trails. Spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and a closer look at the park's vegetation are just a small part of the rewards reaped from a walk in this mountain forest.

 


Track Trail
Location: Near bathhouse on the summit trail

Description:

The Mount Jefferson Track Trail is the actual Rhododendron Trail loop, 1.1 miles. The Activity Brochure Kiosk is located in front of the bathhouse on the summit trail.


Surface: natural surface, gravel

Length:
1.10 miles
loop
Difficulty:
moderate hike
Blaze:
Red Circle