Campbell Creek Loop Trail: eastern loop section along the creek is Closed due to flooding, downed trees, and loss of foot bridges. The rest of the loop remains open to Lanier Falls Trail.
Canoe Camp Buoy: Due to high water, the Canoe Camp Buoy was lost down river. Yellow flagging tape is currently marking a tree by the camping area. Please report any sighting of the buoy to park staff.
The Bridle trails are currently open.
Raven Rock State Park has created a list serve for updates on the East and West Loop Bridle Trails. These updates will only be sent when the trail status changes. If you are interested in receiving emails of bridle trail status changes please call the park office and leave your preferred email address at 910-893-4888 extension 107 or email
raven.rock@ncdenr.govOther facilities in the surrounding areas that accommodate horseback riding:
Moss Foundation in Southern Pines, NC 910.695.7811
The American Tobacco Trail Wake, Chatham and Durham Counties.
www.triangletrails.org/ATT.HTMUwharrie Ranger District in Troy, NC 910.576.6391
Sandhills Gamelands 919.281.3917
Please note that the gamelands are open to hunting on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Little River Trails in Bunnlevel, NC 910.893.4351
Please note that there is a $5 fee per horse, per day.
Updated: 2013-06-13 17:16:19
Family Wilderness Camp is closed until further notice for maintenance repairs. Reservations completed before 2/20/13 will still be honored. Contact the park office at (910) 893-4888 for questions.
Updated: 2013-06-12 20:31:24
Should the humdrum of the work week leave you with the urge to travel and explore, head to Raven Rock State Park. Adventure is just an hour's drive from the Research Triangle and only 45 minutes from the Fayetteville area.
The first feeling you are likely to experience at Raven Rock is one of renewal. Here, the forest reigns as each year the timeless cycle of growth further heals age-old wounds inflicted by man. Nature triumphs as plants compete in the stages of forest succession and the woodlands are restored. High above the Cape Fear River stands Raven Rock, its austere beauty a testament to the forces that have shaped the land. As the river below rushes to join the sea, nature's elements continue to shape the surface of this natural monument.
Spend some time at Raven Rock State Park and let nature refresh your spirit.