Elk Knob, Lake James, New River, and Stone Mountain state parks will reopen at least partially on Nov. 15; three parks will remain closed until further notice and face long-term closures: Chimney Rock, Mount Mitchell, and South Mountains.
The public comment period for the 2025-2030 NC Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) is open.
Members of the public may leave their comments using the provided survey. For more information, visit the 2025-2030 NC Outdoor Recreation Plan webpage.