State Parks Near Burlington, North Carolina
8 state park units lie within 50 miles of Burlington. The closest is Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, about 19 mi east of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area19 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 8 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 71 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 8pets allowed
State parks near Burlington, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Burlington; driving distance is usually longer.
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
The park supports fishing, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area →Haw River State Park
Haw River State Park is a park in Guilford County, about 8 miles southwest of Reidsville.
Hours, fees and rules for Haw River State Park →Eno River State Park
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Eno River State Park →Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Jordan Lake State Recreation Area →Mayo River State Park
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, fishing, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Mayo River State Park →William B. Umstead State Park
The park supports horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for William B. Umstead State Park →Falls Lake State Recreation Area
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, biking, and fishing. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Falls Lake State Recreation Area →Hanging Rock State Park
Visitors come for rock climbing, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Hanging Rock State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Burlington
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area 19 mi east · Campground listed
- Eno River State Park 26 mi east · Campground listed
- Jordan Lake State Recreation Area 35 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Mayo River State Park 37 mi northwest · Campground listed
- William B. Umstead State Park 42 mi east · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Burlington
- Hanging Rock State Park 50 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Burlington
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area 19 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Haw River State Park 20 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Eno River State Park 26 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Jordan Lake State Recreation Area 35 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Mayo River State Park 37 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 3 more in the list above
Swimming near Burlington
- Jordan Lake State Recreation Area 35 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Falls Lake State Recreation Area 44 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Hanging Rock State Park 50 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Burlington
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area 19 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Eno River State Park 26 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Jordan Lake State Recreation Area 35 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Mayo River State Park 37 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- William B. Umstead State Park 42 mi east · Hiking trails listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Fishing near Burlington
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area 19 mi east · Fishing listed
- Eno River State Park 26 mi east · Fishing listed
- Jordan Lake State Recreation Area 35 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Mayo River State Park 37 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- William B. Umstead State Park 42 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Burlington
What is the closest state park to Burlington?
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area is the closest, about 19 miles east of Burlington in a straight line. Next are Haw River State Park and Eno River State Park.
How many state parks are near Burlington?
8 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Burlington have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, Eno River State Park and Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Burlington?
Yes, at 8 parks, including Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, Haw River State Park and Eno River State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Burlington?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Greensboro, NC20 mi west
- Near Danville, VA35 mi north
- Near Raleigh, NC49 mi east
- Near Clemmons, NC51 mi west
- Near Pinehurst, NC61 mi south
- Near Henderson, NC61 mi east
- Near Salisbury, NC64 mi southwest
- Near Mount Airy, NC70 mi northwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.