COVID-19 information for parks (Updated 5/28/2021)
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Fees/FAQs/Rules
**Parking areas fill up to capacity each weekend day. Please plan your trip accordingly or come on a weekday.**
Reservations are required for all camping; no walk-ups permitted. You can make a reservation online or by calling Aspira at 1-877-722-6762. Primitive backback campers must arrive before 7 p.m. on the day of your reservation. You must check in with a park ranger prior to going to your site. Information regarding camping will be given to registered campers upon reservation.
A properly worn mask or face covering, covering both the nose and the mouth, is required to enter the visitor center.
Please continue to follow social distancing guidelines throughout the park, regardless of the behavior of others. Bring a mask or face covering even if you are planning to only be outside; they are required to be worn when you cannot stay 6 feet away from park staff or other visitors. Wash or sanitize your hands before, during, and after your visit. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home.
Last updated on: Monday, August 2, 2021All backpack campers must arrive at park no later than 7:00 pm for day of reservation.
Reservations must be made before arriving to the Park. Walk-ins are not accepted at this time.
The Canoe Campsites and Family Wilderness Campsites are primitive backpack sites only (2 miles or 2.5 miles from parking areas) with no water or electric.
Last updated on: Monday, May 24, 2021OPEN TODAY
Bike trails:OPEN TODAY
Contact the park
910-893-4888
raven.rock@ncparks.gov
Addresses
Visitor center
3009 Raven Rock Road
Lillington, NC 27546
GPS: 35.4597, -78.9127
Moccasin Branch access
814 Moccasin Branch Road
Lillington, NC 27546
GPS: 35.4549, -78.9081
Hours
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- 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
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- Open daily:
8:00am to 5:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
Additional information
There 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.
Park Maps and Brochures:
