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SOUTH MOUNTAINs STATE PARK CAMP/HIKE/WATER SPORTS

Thursday-Sunday, June 25-28 or Friday-Sunday, June 26-28

Trip  # AD2604


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 Mountains 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)


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 Mountains 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

ACisco5@aol.com







Date and Time

Thursday, June 25, 2026, 8:00 AM until Sunday, June 28, 2026, 5:00 PM

Location

South Mountains State Park
South Mountains State Park Campground
Connelly Springs, NC  28612
USA
828 433 4772

Event Contact(s)

Alicen Cisco

Category

Adventures

Registration Info

Registration is required

Number of People Who Will Attend

Everyone
(No Fee)
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