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When you have have you When recyclable. is publication This paper. Printed with vegetable-based ink on 100% recycled recycled 100% on ink vegetable-based with Printed show you why they’re “Naturally Wonderful.” “Naturally they’re why you show Carolina state parks are all about. A visit to any of them can can them of any to visit A about. all are parks state Carolina Conservation, recreation and education are what North North what are education and recreation Conservation, Fort Macon State Park State Macon Fort Carolina’s cultural and natural heritage. heritage. natural and cultural Carolina’s visitor centers and exhibit halls to help you explore North North explore you help to halls exhibit and centers visitor Hanging Rock State Park State Rock Hanging marvels of each park. Many parks have state-of-the-art state-of-the-art have parks Many park. each of marvels Rangers offer free interpretive programs that reveal the the reveal that programs interpretive free offer Rangers Education is also a hallmark of North Carolina state parks. parks. state Carolina North of hallmark a also is Education officers. superintendents who are commissioned law enforcement enforcement law commissioned are who superintendents The state parks system employs park rangers and park park and rangers park employs system parks state The More than 14 million people visit the state parks each year. year. each parks state the visit people million 14 than More initiated by local citizens with a strong conservation ethic. conservation strong a with citizens local by initiated Singletary Lake State Park State Lake Singletary the first in the nation. Many of the state parks were were parks state the of Many nation. the in first the It became the first state park in the Southeast and among among and Southeast the in park state first the became It citizens sought to protect the summit of Mount Mitchell. Mitchell. Mount of summit the protect to sought citizens The parks system was established in 1916 when a group of of group a when 1916 in established was system parks The streams. sandhills, piedmont river systems and bold mountain mountain bold and systems river piedmont sandhills, points, you’ll find mysterious bay lakes, wild swamps, rare rare swamps, wild lakes, bay mysterious find you’ll points, highest point in the eastern United States. Between these these Between States. United eastern the in point highest the East Coast at Jockey’s Ridge to Mount Mitchell, the the Mitchell, Mount to Ridge Jockey’s at Coast East the the system stretches from the highest sand dune on on dune sand highest the from stretches system the and also wonderfully diverse. With 41 state park units, units, park state 41 With diverse. wonderfully also and North Carolina’s state parks are “Naturally Wonderful” Wonderful” “Naturally are parks state Carolina’s North Our Mission About our parks... Education and Kids Reservation Information Trails Program Rules and Safety The North Carolina State Parks System exists for the In North Carolina, we like to Did you know that many plants atop Mount Mitchell A full-service, online- and call center-based reservations The North Carolina Trails Program We’re serious about safety. Follow these tips to make your enjoyment, education, health and inspiration of all our call our state parks “Naturally are rare in North Carolina, but common in Quebec? Did system can be used to reserve campsites, picnic shelters helps volunteers, nonprofit groups and visit to North Carolina’s state parks a safe and rewarding citizens and visitors. Wonderful.” For us, this is you know that the giant sand dunes at Jockey’s Ridge and other park facilities. Where reservations are offered, government agencies plan, develop experience. more than a catch phrase. It are constantly moving? Do you know how to safely hold there are requirements for advance notice and minimum and manage greenways, routes for o Park speed limits are 25 mph unless otherwise posted. Watch The mission of the North Carolina Division of Parks and indicates how we develop a crayfish? Interpretation & Education programs help and maximum stays. hiking, biking and horseback riding, for pedestrians, bicyclists and wildlife. and manage our state parks reveal what makes North Carolina state parks Naturally Recreation is: as well as water trails and off-road o Don’t swim alone or exceed your swimming abilities. and recreation areas. Wonderful. • to protect North Carolina’s natural diversity; www.ncparks.gov vehicle trails. The program administers o Supervise children at all times and equip them with personal the Federal Recreational Trails Program, flotation devices when playing around water. • to provide and promote outdoor recreation opportunities It has to do with our mission which provides grants to non-profit o Dress properly. Check with park staff regarding weather and Eno River State Park throughout North Carolina; and, statement on the facing page, which, in turn, evolved from 1-877-7-CAMPNC organizations and governmental photo by Eran Andrechek terrain. our state’s constitution. Our principal mission is to preserve • to exemplify and encourage good stewardship of North agencies for a variety of trail projects. o Make your plans known to park staff and family members and protect the stunning natural resources in North (1-877-722-6762) Carolina’s natural resources for all citizens and visitors in www.ncparks.gov/About/trails_grants.php should you plan a long hike. Carolina. The Division strives to balance the protection North Carolina. Park gates are locked each night when the park closes. So, o Allow plenty of time for hikes as daylight hours shorten so you of the more than 215,000 acres of parkland in our system won’t be caught by darkness. plan accordingly when arranging your arrival time and The trails program is also planning, promoting and while providing high quality outdoor recreation. We’ve when making daytime excursions outside the park. developing a system of trails across North Carolina and o Stay on designated trails and away from streams, waterfalls and developed these parks cautiously with this idea in mind. cliff faces. the flagship trial for this statewide effort is North Carolina’s While there are myriad recreational opportunities, our Mountains-to-Sea State Trail. The trail will connect the mission demands relatively low-impact activities. We’ve Great Smoky Mountains National Park to the Jockey’s Here are some of the more common regulations for the been careful to arrange campgrounds and park amenities Parks & Recreation protection of our parks and our visitors. Check with the park Ridge State park when complete, a distance of some 1,000 to complement, rather than compete with the natural Discover More with a Ranger office for other rules pertaining to specific parks. A complete miles. www.ncparks.gov/About/trails_mst.php features that attract so many visitors. From fishing lessons to astronomy programs, from tree Trust Fund set of regulations is posted at the park office. identification hikes to guided canoe paddles—parks offer o Feeding wildlife is prohibited. Animals can be dangerous and While visiting our state parks, you’ll find that fees for programs for all ages. Visit www.ncparks.gov for a list of The North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund carry disease. Report unusual behavior to park staff. camping, swimming and other park activities are very upcoming programs. provides support to improve the quality of life for North o The removal of any plant, animal, rock or artifact is prohibited. reasonable. Early on, the people of North Carolina decided Carolinians by preserving the state’s natural resources and Support State Parks o Areas managed by North Carolina State Parks are wildlife that the state’s array of natural treasures should be Junior Rangers developing public parks and recreation facilities. Since preserves. Hunting or trapping is prohibited. Goose Creek State Park enjoyed by as many as possible. Enjoy your exploration of Junior Ranger guides are geared for ages 6-12. Kids do its creation in 1994, trust fund grants have conserved The North Carolina state park store is the only online o Pets must be on an attended leash six feet or less. Pets aren’t North Carolina’s state parks. fun activities and attend ranger programs to earn a special more than 40,000 acres of state parkland and parks have location for official state parks merchandise. We hope allowed in public buildings, bathhouses or swimming areas. patch. Ask about the program at a park office or download The North Carolina parks system’s Website at www. been developed with new facilities such as visitor centers, these items remind you of your visit. Take a moment to o Boating and fishing regulations of the North Carolina Wildlife Please visit our Website for a complete list of new parks the guide at www.ncparks.gov.
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