Flood damage closes popular central NC parks: Check latest updates before visiting

Several state parks across central North Carolina will be closed due to the flooding damage caused by Tropical Depression Chantal and additional possible flood conditions due to continued rain. 

The following parks currently have closures in place:

• Eno River State Park
• Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
• Falls Lake State Recreation Area
• Kerr Lake State Recreation Area
• Raven Rock State Park
• Lumber River State Park

The N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation encourages visitors to check ncparks.gov or call the park directly for the most up-to-date information on specific closures, including trails, boat ramps, campgrounds and day-use areas. 

If you have a camping reservation at an affected park, you will be contacted about alternate campsites or the option to request a full refund.

Use caution around flooded areas and never attempt to enter closed sections of a park. 

The following parks in central N.C. are still open, according to the NC Parks website:

• Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
• William B. Umstead State Park – campground is closed for renovation
• Carvers Creek State Park
• Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve
• Medoc Mountain State Park
• Haw River State Park