Palmetto State Hangers invites you to a 1 Mile Hike-In and Hang at Crowders Mountain State Park. We will be on Backpacking Group Site #2. Firewood will be purchased and provided at the site. Running water and pit toilets are near the site. The site has picnic tables, a fire ring and a grill.
Cost: FREE for PSH Supporting Members
$5 for all others. Kids are always FREE.
We will meet at 10:30am at the Sparrow Springs parking area to register and group up. *PLEASE* indicate on this event page if you are coming so we don't leave anyone behind. If you are arriving later in the day, be sure to check the gate closing time.
Directions:
Location
Address: 522 Park Office Ln, Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086
GPS: 35.213316, -81.293555
Local Directions: From southbound I-85, take exit 13 to Edgewood Road. At the top of the ramp turn left onto Edgewood Road. At the first stoplight, turn right onto Franklin Boulevard/Highway 74 and drive approximately two miles. At the second stoplight, turn left onto Sparrow Springs Road. Continue on Sparrow Springs Road for approximately two miles, and turn right again on Sparrow Springs Road. The main entrance to the park will be on the right in less than one mile. From northbound I-85, take exit 8 to NC 161. At the top of the ramp turn right onto NC 161 and drive approximately a quarter mile. Then turn left onto Lake Montonia Road/Pinnacle Road and follow it to its end at Sparrow Springs Road. Turn left at the stop sign onto Sparrow Springs Road.
***Important park information***
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Firearms and other weapons are prohibited except that those with a proper permit may possess a concealed handgun in permitted areas and under the requirements of North Carolina G.S. 14-415.11. All firearms and weapons are prohibited in state park visitor centers and park offices.
All campers must pre-register at park office or at self-registration box at pinnacle trailhead at visitor center. All vehicles must be parked at the visitor center. All campers must provide park with a tag and description of their vehicle(s) prior to going to the campground.
Firewood provided at campground and purchased at the Visitor Center at time of check in. Firewood is sold in a locker system and there are approximately 20 pieces of wood per locker. The cost is $5.00 per locker. All fires must be attended at all times.
Upon arrival at the park, you will be charged $2 per person over the capacity of 5.
The park gate is closed and locked at the posted gate closing time. No one will be allowed in or out of the gate except in cases of emergencies. Anyone entering the park after the gate is closed is subject to citation. This is a moderate one mile hike in to the camping area.
Lights required for those hiking to campground after dark; difficult hike to the campground in the dark! For safety reasons, no campers are allowed to hike park trails after gate closing hours, except to get equipment from their vehicle to the campground.
For after-hours emergencies, campers will be provided an emergency pager phone number; no entry to park or exit from the park after gates are closed or prior to gate opening, except under emergency circumstances.
Pets are allowed except in park buildings and swim areas, but they must be on a leash no longer than six feet and cannot be left unattended.
Quiet hours are 10 PM to 7 AM
Posted quiet hours are enforced. Building fires in undesignated areas is prohibited.
Unlicensed vehicles, unregistered motorcycles, golf carts, ATV's and mini-bikes are prohibited with the exception of mobility-aid devices used by a mobility-impaired person. All vehicles are prohibited from walkways, trails and other areas not designated for such purposes. Campsite is a one mile hike from the parking lot. The only parking available for the campsite is at the Visitor Center Area. No overnight parking is allowed at the Linwood Access Area, Boulders Access Area, or outsite the park gates.
Notes
Site
The park closing hours are as follows:
November - February: 6 P.M.
March, April, September, October: 8 P.M.
May - August: 9 P.M.
You MUST be 18 years or older to book sites on this campground
Gates Opens at 8 AM year round. Gate closes at 8 PM March, April, September, October Gate closes at 9 PM May-August Gate closes at 6 PM November-February.
North Carolina state park rules and regulations are posted in each park and enforced by rangers. Violating these rules and regulations is a misdemeanor and may result in a fine and revocation of permit.
State vehicle and traffic laws are enforced, and the speed limit is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
Well water is available. The pump has been fixed. (5/4/10).
North Carolina state parks are wildlife sanctuaries; no hunting is allowed and collecting plants, minerals and artifacts is prohibited. State fishing regulations are enforced.
Campsite is a one mile hike from the parking lot.
The only parking available for the campsite is at the Visitor Center Area. No overnight parking is allowed at the Linwood Access Area, Boulders Access Area, or outside the park gates.
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Originally Posted by Hickery
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