Elk Knob State Park

Elk Knob State Park is one of the newest additions to the North Carolina State Parks System. The park surrounds the headwaters of the North Fork of the New River, offering hiking trails to panoramic views, backcountry campsites, picnic areas, and snowshoeing or cross country ski trails in the winter.

Elk Knob's backcountry trail is currently closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene. The summit trail and beech tree trail are open!

Read our Elk Knob State Park Trail Guide for more detailed information.