Hanging Rock State Park was originally created during the late 1930s as a state project park of the Civilian Conservation Corps, meant to protect the region from potential mountain resort development. Today, the park spans 7,869 acres throughout Stokes County, located approximately half an hour north of Winston-Salem within the gorgeous ancient Sauratown Mountain Range. A number of original CCC-constructed structures at the park remain and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the park's 12-acre manmade lake and bathhouse, which are accessible for swimming and boating during the summer months. Over 20 miles of hiking trails traverse the park, providing opportunities to hike past waterfalls and up to peak summits for unparalleled views of the surrounding region. Rock climbing is offered at Moore's and Cook's Walls, while overnight accommodations are offered at the park's 73-site campground and 10 rental cabins.

1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC 27016, Phone: 336-593-8480

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