SOUTH MOUNTAIN STATE PARK CAMP/HIKE/WATER SPORTS

Schedule

Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

South Mountains State Park | Morganton, NC

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SOUTH MOUNTAIN STATE PARK CAMP/HIKE/WATER SPORTS
Thursday-Sunday, June 25-28 #AD2604
or Friday-Sunday, June 26-28

PLEASE NOTE: ALL CAMPSITES ARE RESERVED AT THIS TIME. HOWEVER, IF YOU STILL WANT TO SIGN UP, THE COORDINATOR MIGHT STILL BE ABLE TO PAIR YOU WITH SOMEONE WHO ALREADY HAS RESERVED A CAMPSITE SINCE TWO TENTS CAN BE SET UP ON ONE SITE.


ADVENTURE AWAITS! Escape into nature and join us for an unforgettable camping experience at South Mountain State Park nestled in the heart of North Carolina’s breathtaking mountains. This trip is perfect for hikers, river lovers, and anyone craving outdoor fun.

Where We’ll Stay: Family Campground
• Spacious tent sites right along the Jacob Fork River, offer easy access for wading and soaking up the scenery
• Modern amenities include restrooms, showers, and picnic tables, ensuring comfort without sacrificing that back-to-nature experience

Activities to Enjoy:
• Hiking: Explore miles of scenic trails including the River Trail and Hemlock Nature Trail
• Swimming/Wading: Cool off in the Jacob Fork River — just steps from your campsite
• Campfire Fun: Share stories, roast marshmallows, and stargaze under the clear mountain skies

Optional Extras:
• Bring your kayak or floaties for the river
• Wildlife spotting and photography along the trails

Campsite Highlights:
• Sites 1 through 16 are perfect for river proximity and bathroom access, making your stay both convenient and scenic (a few sites are already unavailable)
• Back-in sites accommodate multiple smaller tents if you’re coming with friends

Come make memories, enjoy the mountain breeze, and experience the natural beauty of South Mountains State Park.

Location: 3001 South Mountain Park, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Arrival: Thursday, June 25 or Friday June 26 (2 or 3 days your choice)
Departure: Sunday, June 28

Event fee: Price of campsite is to be paid directly to the campsite reservation system for South Mountains State Park ($24-$30 per site/night). PLEASE NOTE: Seniors receive a $6 discount off campsite rates.

Important — Reserve early — these popular sites fill very quickly since it's in the summer! Some of the campsites are currently unavailable. This date was picked because it had the most campsites available.
South Mountain State Park Campground — Main ReserveAmerica Page:
https://www.reserveamerica.com/explore/south-mountains-state-park/NC/552861/campsites Reserve America

This lets you search all sites at the Family Campground, see which ones are available on these dates, and click into specific sites to view photos, tent-pad size, and details before you book. Senior discount is available.

Tips when you open that page: Use the filters or calendar to pick your arrival and departure dates. June 25 Thursday or June 26 Friday through Sunday June 28.

Maximum attendees: Until the Park reservation system has no more sites.

Coordinator: Alicen Cisco text 919/630-3772
[email protected]
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South Mountains State Park, Morganton, North Carolina, United States

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