Discover US Parks / Park free days / North Carolina
North Carolina state parks free days 2026
North Carolina state parks are free to enter. A few reservoir beaches charge day-use fees in summer.
At a glance
Always free Regular day-use fee: Free
Source: americasstateparks.org · checked Sunday, November 1, 2026
National parks in North Carolina
The next national park fee-free day is Wednesday, November 11 (Veterans Day). It applies at national parks and monuments in North Carolina too. All national park free days.
Our North Carolina park guides
Independent guides to local and state parks in North Carolina: hours, fees, trails and tips.