Start 2020 off by hiking New River State Park's newest trail; River Bend Trail; located at Wagoner Access (1477 Wagoner Access Road, Jefferson, NC 28640). This 3 mile round trip hike will be lead by park staff starting at 10:00 a.m. The trail is strenuous to moderate so bring plenty of water, wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Events and Programs
Contact the park
336-982-2587
new.river@ncparks.gov
Wagoner access
336-982-5817
Addresses
U.S. 221 access
and visitor center
358 New River State Park Road
Laurel Springs, NC 28644
GPS: 36.46768, -81.34035
Wagoner access
1447 Wagoner Access Road
Jefferson, NC 28640
GPS: 36.415808, -81.387174
Kings Creek access
2250 Kings Creek Road
Piney Creek, NC 28663
GPS: 36.527628, -81.336359
Elk Shoals access
349 Methodist Camp Road
West Jefferson, NC 28694
GPS: 36.365324, -81.433277
Hours
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- 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
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- December to February:
7:00am to 6:00pm
- 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
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- Monday to Friday:
8:00am to 5:00pm
- Saturday to Sunday:
10:00am to 3:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Closed November 1 to March 31
- April:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- May to September:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- October:
8:00am to 8:00pm
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The swim beach at Elk Shoals access is open from sunrise to sunset year-round.
Scheduled events
New River State Park offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
Date of Event:
Wed, 01/01/2020 - 10:00am
Start Location:
Wagoner Access - Ranger Station
Park Maps and Brochures:
Park Factsheet- Park map
- 221 Access Area Drive-to Campground
- 221 Access Area Trail Map
- 221 Access Area Walk in/Canoe in Campground
- Alleghany Access Area Trail Map
- Riverbend Access Area Campground - Canoe-in Only
- Wagoner Road Access Area - Walk in/Canoe in Campground
- Wagoner Road Access Area Trail Map
- Alleghany Access Area Campground Map