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Posted on: Tuesday, March 8, 2022 - 4:22pm |
Events and Programs
The water fountain at the Trenton Road Gate will be turned off until further notice for needed repairs. There is a water spigot adjacent to the fountain that can be used to fill water bottles or pet bowls.
The water fountain at the Multi-Use Trailhead may seem to be stuck in the 'on' position, but pressing the button again will turn off the flow.
The water fountain at Reedy Creek Shelter #2 has been repaired and is operational again.
Last updated on: Wednesday, July 6, 2022
The Visitor Center is open, including the museum exhibits. Park maps are available outside, in a box to the right of the front doors.
You can make reservations for any of our facilities online or by calling 1-877-722-6762.
- All of our picnic shelters are open and can be reserved for the day.
- Family Campground is open and can be reserved by the night.
- Youth Tent Camp is open and can be reserved by the night.
- Maple Hill Lodge can only be reserved with a two-night stay on Fridays and Saturdays.
- We are accepting reservations from non-profit organizations for Camp Crabtree and Camp Lapihio. Please contact the park office for more information.
- Sycamore Cabins are closed. We do not offer any vacation cabin rentals.
Most water fountains and spigots are operational; however, visitors should still bring their own water and stay hydrated in the heat.
Weekend Delays: The park can reach full parking capacity on weekends, and visitors must wait for one vehicle to leave before the next vehicle may enter. Please be prepared by arriving early morning or late afternoon, and have a backup plan if the park is full when you arrive. Weekdays are the best time to visit to avoid parking closures and crowds.
Please note that this alert is updated only when something changes. Last update: 4/17/22.
Last updated on: Friday, May 27, 2022The storm on Friday, October 8, 2021, caused the bridge crossing Pat's Branch on Sycamore trail to wash out. Because of this, that portion of Sycamore trail will be closed from the trailhead to Group Camp Road.
Last updated on: Friday, January 28, 2022
Contact the park
984-867-8240
william.umstead@ncparks.gov
Addresses
Crabtree Creek access
and visitor center
8801 Glenwood Ave.
Raleigh, NC 27617
GPS: 35.8905, -78.7502
Reedy Creek access
2100 N. Harrison Ave.
Cary, NC 27513
GPS: 35.8334, -78.7603
Hours
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- November to February:
8:00am to 6:00pm
- March to April:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- May to August:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- September to October:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- November to February:
8:00am to 6:00pm
- March to April:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- May to August:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- September to October:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Open daily:
8:00am to 5:00pm
- Exhibit Hall is open.
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Tent and trailer family campground is open April 1 - October 31
- April:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- May to August:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- September to October:
8:00am to 8:00pm
Scheduled events
William B. Umstead State Park offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
There are no scheduled events at the park at this time. Please contact the park office for more information or check back again soon.
Park Maps and Brochures:
