About the Park
Natural Resource Inventory Checklists
Get a list of plants and animals that have been found in the park
Bridge Closure on South Turkey Multiuse Trail at William B. Umstead State Park:
The bridge needs replacement and has been removed. There is no path across Crabtree Creek currently. For your safety, do not use Ebenezer Church Road bridge due to vehicle traffic. Visit our blog post for more information.
Fee Increases for Camping and Reservoir Access Take Effect May 1
Effective May 1, 2025, reservation fees at campgrounds and vehicle entrance fees at reservoirs will increase across the state parks system. For new fees and more information regarding this change, visit our Fees page.
Now hiring:
William B. Umstead is currently accepting applications for General Utility Workers. For more information on the positions and how to apply, please visit our Jobs page.
The Family Campground remains closed for a major renovation project.
The renovated campground will have a new bathhouse & significant improvements to the campsites. We plan to re-open in Summer 2025.