Fees/FAQs/Rules
Park Maps and Brochures:
Upcoming Events:
The Mountain Laurel Loop Bicycle Trail is closed due to campground construction. All bike trails will likely be opened towards the end of the year. This area is an unsafe construction area. Entering these trails, service roads or parking lots will be illegal tresspassing. We are sorry for the inconvenience. The following places allow biking in our area: Carvers Creek State Park, William B. Umstead State Park and Falls Lake Recreation Area, Harris Lake County Park, Uhwarrie National Forest (Badin Lake Recreation Area and Woodrun Trails) and Crabtree County Park.
Last updated on: Friday, May 17, 2019There are no entrance fees to enjoy the park. In addition to park-specific rules, please read the systemwide Park Rules for all North Carolina State Parks.
Permits
Event permits. Some events—such as weddings, athletic contests, company parties, etc.—may require a Special Activity Permit. If you're unsure whether such a permit is necessary for your event, call the park office beforehand. You can download a Special Activity Permit application or obtain one from the park office.
Research and collection permits. A permit is required for any project involving the collection, removal or disturbance of any natural or cultural resource of any state park unit and for projects that require placing monitoring equipment in any state park unit. Learn more about research and collection permits or fill out a permit application online.
A $25 fee will be charged for all returned checks.
CLOSED TODAY
Bridle trails:OPEN TODAY
3009 Raven Rock Road
Lillington, NC 27546
910-893-4888
raven.rock@ncparks.gov
GPS: 35.4597, -78.9127
PARK HOURS:
- November to February:
7:00am to 7:00pm
- March to May:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- June to August:
7:00am to 10:00pm
- September to October:
7:00am to 9:00pm
Closed Christmas Day
VISITOR CENTER HOURS:
8:00am to 5:00pm – daily
Closed Christmas Day