Fees/FAQs/Rules
Park Maps and Brochures:
The Mountain Laurel Loop Bicycle Trail will be closed starting February 18. This closure is 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: New bike trails at Carvers Creek State Park will open soon; There are bike trails at 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 all allow mountain biking.
Last updated on: Wednesday, April 17, 2019The East Loop Bridle Trail is closed.
Last updated on: Thursday, March 7, 2019After much work following Hurricane Florence, most of Raven Rock's trails are back open! The Canoe Camps and Group Camps will remain closed for the foreseeable future. The East Bridle Loop, at Avent's Creek Access Area is currently closed to all visitors due to construction on the trail.
Last updated on: Wednesday, December 19, 2018There 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.
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