Bring in the new year hiking the trails at Lake Phelps. Whether you’re interested in starting a New Year resolution of fitness, nature appreciation or learning about the environment, make hiking at Pettigrew State Park one of your family traditions. Plan for a 3 mile hike. Meet at the park office at 1:00 p.m. to start this program. Call the park office for more information at 252-797-4475.
ALL NORTH CAROLINA STATE PARKS: GENERAL STATUS OF FACILITIES AND GUIDELINES WHEN VISITING PARKS
Posted on: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 - 2:15pm |
Events and Programs
Status of park facilities as of May 22
Tent and trailer campsites are open as of May 22, with the exception of group campsites. You must book a campsite through the reservations website or by calling 1-877-722-6762.
Trails and boat ramps are open. The swimming pier remains CLOSED. The park office is open with limited access. Night photography is permitted with a Special Activity Permit. Contact phone numbers are posted.
When visiting, please follow social distancing guidelines, regardless of the behavior of others. Please try to stay 6 feet away from other visitors and park staff or wear a mask or face covering. Try to touch as few surfaces as possible and do not enter areas that have been closed off. Wash or sanitize your hands before, during, and after your visit, and stay home if you are sick.
Last updated on: Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Contact the park
252-797-4475
pettigrew@ncparks.gov
Address
Park office
2252 Lake Shore Road
Creswell, NC 27928
GPS: 35.7889, -76.4038
Hours
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- November to February:
8:00am to 6:00pm
- March to May:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- June to August:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- September to October
8:00am to 8:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Open Monday to Friday:
8:30am to 6:00pm
- Closed state holidays
Scheduled events
Pettigrew 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.
Park Maps and Brochures:
