About the Park
Natural Resource Inventory Checklists
Get a list of plants and animals that have been found in the park
Most state parks in western North Carolina have reopened at least partially.
Chimney Rock, Mount Mitchell, and South Mountains are closed long-term until further notice. Check park pages for the most up-to-date status of facilities.
Donate to Hurricane Recovery
Please give to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund to help communities recover from Helene Donate Now
Now Accepting Applications for 2025 Seasonal Positions
Lake Norman State Park is currently accepting applications for all 2025 Seasonal Spring and Summer Positions For more information on the positions and how to apply, please visit our Jobs page.
Information and Resources on Hurricane Helene
For North Carolina residents and visitors impacted by Hurricane Helene Go Now