Naturally Connected

Leave No Trace

The seven Outdoor NC Leave No Trace Principles provide a pathway for everyone to have amazing, responsible, and safe outdoor adventures in North Carolina.

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Accessibility in State Parks

Accessibility is a key part of the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation's offerings.

Accessibility Guide

Naturally Connected showcases DNCR’s outdoor spaces, recreational activities, and various ways you can join us in our efforts to create a better outdoors for everyone. Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with us through the lens of progress in sustainability, accessibility, conservation, stewardship, and inclusion!

North Carolina Trails Program

The North Carolina Trails Program is dedicated to helping citizens, organizations, and agencies plan, develop, and manage all types of trails.

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Stories That Bring Us Together

Singing on the Land

Singing on the Land is a virtual music project that celebrates the stories of historic sites across North Carolina through the voices of North Carolina musicians.

Campfire Conversation with Black Folks Camp Too

We partnered with Black Folks Camp Too to visit state parks, historic sites and museum across North Carolina!

Adaptive Kayaking at NC State Parks

Learn more about North Carolina State Parks and Recreation and Waypoint Adventure's adaptive programming!

Resources for All

Plott's Tails and Trails: Aventuras con Carolina

Discover this heartwarming new children's book designed for multilingual learners.

A group poses with a Waypoint Adventures sign next to the lake at Lake Norman State Park

Waypoint Aventures Programs

Waypoint Adventure is a leading organization dedicated to providing inclusive outdoor adventure programs for individuals with disabilities.

Aquarium staff member shows a snail to two students.

Junior Ranger Program

N.C. State Parks Junior Rangers gives kids the opportunity to explore North Carolina's beautiful state parks through self-led educational activities and programs.

Find a state park near you

There are 41 places that are currently part of the North Carolina State Parks system: 34 parks, four recreation areas, and three staffed state natural areas.

Find a trail near you

Discover your next adventure with AllTrails easy-to-use trail finder tool!

Recreate Responsibly

The Recreate Responsibly guidelines offer a starting point for getting outside to keep yourself healthy and to maintain access to our beloved natural spaces.

Park Rules

Park rules are for the protection of our visitors and natural resources, and to make everyone's visit a safe and enjoyable experience.