Raven Rock State Park

Map of TRACK Trail at Raven Rock State Park

The Raven Rock State Park TRACK Trail follows an easy 0.5 mile loop along the American Beech Trail. Those seeking a longer hike may wish to continue along the 2.6 mile Raven Rock Loop.

Should the humdrum of the work week leave you with the urge to travel and explore, head to Raven Rock State Park. Adventure is just an hour's drive from the Research Triangle and only 45 minutes from the Fayetteville area. The first feeling you are likely to experience at Raven Rock is one of renewal. Here, the forest reigns as each year the timeless cycle of growth further heals age-old wounds inflicted by man. Nature triumphs as plants compete in the stages of forest succession and the woodlands are restored. High above the Cape Fear River stands Raven Rock, its austere beauty a testament to the forces that have shaped the land. As the river below rushes to join the sea, nature's elements continue to shape the surface of this natural monument.

Spend some time at Raven Rock State Park and let nature refresh your spirit.

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Location Details

Recreational Features: Canoe / Kayak, Camping, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Interpretive Programs, Birding
Amenities: Restrooms, Visitor Center, Gift Shop
ADA Compliant:
Seasonality:
Rocky cliffs along river
Tree with twisting exposed roots next to cliff
Overlook of river
Large rock in the river
Snow on wooden stairs

Adventures for Raven Rock State Park

Track Adventure
e-Adventure
Hiking

Animal Athletes

Difficulty:
Easy
Trail length:
0.50
The Animal Athletes adventure challenges kids to exercise with the animals. This brochure gives kids eight different animal exercises they can do along the trail. From hummingbird hand-swings to frog hops, kids are sure to have fun getting in shape with the animals during their outdoor adventures.
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Track Adventure
e-Adventure
Hiking

Birds of the Piedmont

Difficulty:
Easy
Trail length:
0.50
The Birds of the Piedmont brochure shows kids where to look for different birds along the trail. The brochure contains illustrations of some of the more common woodland birds and information on how to identify them through various clues.
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Track Adventure
e-Adventure
Hiking

Nature's Hide & Seek

Difficulty:
Easy
Trail length:
0.50
The Nature's Hide & Seek brochure is designed so that kids of all ages can walk along the trail and discover common things that are often overlooked in nature. Some of them are hard to find, others are easy. Best of all, the adventure never ends because every time you walk the trail you will discover new things hiding in nature.
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The Need for Trees brochure
Track Adventure
Hiking

Raven Rock State Park: Need For Trees

Difficulty:
Easy
Trail length:
0.50
By following the picture and text clues found in "The Need for Trees" brochure, kids will discover six of the more common trees found along the trail. During their adventure, kids will learn about the need that people and other animals have for trees and about the roles trees play in the forest.
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Track Adventure
Hiking

Let's Explore - ecoEXPLORE

Difficulty:
Easy
Trail length:
0.50
Scientists need your help! Use this brochure to learn how to be an ecoEXPLORER and share your nature observations with real scientists.
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Track Adventure
Hiking

Finding Ferns

Difficulty:
Easy
Trail length:
0.50
The Finding Ferns brochure is a fun and challenging adventure. Follow the illustrations and clues to find as many of the ferns as possible. You're going to have to be a nature detective to find them all.
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Creek Life thumbnail
Track Adventure
Hiking

Creek Life

Difficulty:
Easy
Trail length:
0.50
Creeks and streams are some of the most dynamic environments on earth. Let’s explore the ways streams support life and transform the planet.
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Directions

3009 Raven Rock Road
Lillington, NC 27546
Latitude: 35.460786200000
Longitude: -78.914642700000
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Partners

This TRACK Trail was made possible through a partnership formed with North Carolina State Parks, Raven Rock State Park, and with funding provided by the BlueCross and BlueShield of North Carolina Foundation.

   

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