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.
New COVID-19 information for parks under phase 2.5
Posted on: Wednesday, September 16, 2020 - 5:00pm |
Events and Programs
Current status of park facilities
Trails and boat ramps are open. The swimming pier remains CLOSED.
The park office is open with limited access. A properly worn mask or face covering, covering both the nose and the mouth, is required to enter.
Night photography is permitted with a Special Activity Permit. The picnic shelter is available for rental. Contact phone numbers are posted.
All campsites are open, including group campsites. You must book a campsite through the reservations website or by calling 1-877-722-6762.
Please note that this alert is updated only when something changes. Generally, state parks are following the phased reopening statewide. As of September 11, 2020, we are following the new guidelines under phase 2.5.
Last updated on: Friday, September 11, 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:
