During these challenging times, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible NC State Parks staff for their dedication and resilience. Despite the unimaginable tragedy the region is facing, our team raised the flag at Chimney Rock on Monday, September
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Light up the Millpond is happening again this year! Local organizations donate holiday decorations to the park, and visitors can drive through and see the lights. Admission is free. Event dates:
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Exciting news! The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation announced that it has awarded $6.6 million in grants for 17 land acquisition projects on state trails in nine counties. The funding comes from the Complete the Trails Program and will lev
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After your turkey dinner, how about getting your family and friends together for some gingerbread house-making fun? Lake Norman State Park is hosting a gingerbread house contest from Dec. 1 to Dec. 8! Houses will be on display at the visitor center, and t
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