Topics Related to Hanging Rock State Park

Presentation: The Man Named John Sparks And The Vade Mecum Legacy

Join local historian Steve Shelton in a deep dive into the history of John Sparks and Vade Mecum.

Hike of the Naturalist

Come learn a little about nature and how to read the land.

Volunteer Day

Join us for a day of cleaning up sections of Hanging Rock State Park.

The Little Log Cabin

Join a park ranger to discover the history of this lesser traveled land.

‘Kayaking 101’ Instruction to be Offered by North Carolina State Parks, American Canoe Association, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Several North Carolina state parks, in partnership with the North Carolina chapter of the American Canoe Association (ACA) and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, will offer low-cost kayaking instruction at state parks statewide Saturday, May 20.

N.C. Parks and Recreation Authority Approves $13.7 Million for State Parks Capital Improvement Projects Across North Carolina

The $13.7 million will fund capital improvements projects at 11 state parks.

N.C. Parks and Recreation Authority Approves $17.4 Million for State Parks Capital Improvement and Land Acquisition Projects Across North Carolina

The $17.4 million will fund nine capital improvements projects and six land acquisitions.

Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Receives Million Dollar Donation for Restoration, Education, Accessibility

A gift of more than $1 million from Ms. Barbara Rose McIntyre to the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund will be directed to projects including restoration, education and accessibility for children.