Address: 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Telephone: Park office: (704) 853-5375; Fax: (704) 853-5391
Directions: From I-85 take Exit 13 (Edgewood Road) about six miles west of Gastonia. Cross over I-85 and turn right onto Highway 29/74. Go two miles and turn left on Sparrows Spring Road and follow the road 2.7 miles into the park.
Park Hours: Nov.-Feb. 8a.m.-6p.m.; Mar. & Oct. 8a.m.-7p.m.; Apr., May, Sept. 8a.m.-8p.m.; Jun.-Aug. 8a.m.-9p.m. Gates will remain locked, except in emergency situations, when the park is not in operation. Please plan accordingly. The park is closed Christmas Day.
Please Note: THE LAKE AREA IS CLOSED AT THIS TIME. IT WILL RE-OPEN IN JANUARY 2009. Please check our website for specific dates in the near future.
Accessible Facilities: Parking, pathways, restrooms, and the two covered shelters in the picnic area are all accessible by wheelchair. There is also a recently constructed accessible fishing pier on the lake and the park's visitor center is barrier-free.
Special Interest Areas: Experienced rock climbers will enjoy the challenges of Crowders Mountain. Climbing is permitted in designated areas only and all climbers must register according to park regulations. Basic rock climbing safety equipment and techniques must be used at all times.
Fees: No entrance fee. www.ncsparks.net
