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Hanging Rock State Park, Danbury

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Hanging Rock State Park is a 7,869acre North Carolina state park in Stokes County, North Carolina in the United States. The park is 30mi north of Winston-Salem and is located approximately 2mi from Danbury in Stokes County.HistoryOn April 20, 1936, the Winston-Salem Foundation and the Stokes County Committee for Hanging Rock donated to North Carolina for establishing a state park. Prior to this, the land had been owned by developers intent on creating a mountain resort on its highest summit. The plans fell through when the developers went bankrupt during the initial construction. After the state acquired the property, the Civilian Conservation Corps built the original facilities between 1935 and 1942, including the construction of a 12acre lake and bathhouse that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. Additional land acquisitions in the 1970s added to the park the Lower Cascades, a spectacular 40ft waterfall, and the Tory's Den, a rock outcropping rumored to have served as a hideout for British Loyalists during the American Revolutionary War. Another large land purchase in 2000 added Flat Shoals Mountain, a smaller summit visible from the top of Hanging Rock, to the park as well. Plan your visit to Hanging Rock State Park and a wealth of other attractions, well-known and undiscovered, using our Danbury trip maker website.

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Hanging Rock State Park reviews

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By instantradio

My boyfriend and I went camping here in November 2022, right when the tropical storm was hitting. While we did get rained on, it was only on the day we got there. The next day, we had a very nice...

My boyfriend and I went camping here in November 2022, right when the tropical storm was hitting. While we did get rained on, it was only on the day we got there. The next day, we had a very nice... more »
By devon63

The waterfalls were nice and the view from Hanging Rock was spectacular. The trail map says the Hanging Rock trail is "moderate". I would say it is 2/3 of it is moderate and the last 1/3 is...

The waterfalls were nice and the view from Hanging Rock was spectacular. The trail map says the Hanging Rock trail is "moderate". I would say it is 2/3 of it is moderate and the last 1/3 is... more »
By Gryfudd

This is going to be a review that focuses on some of the popular hikes at the state park and will hopefully given older hikers a better sense of what they face than if they just read the park trail...

This is going to be a review that focuses on some of the popular hikes at the state park and will hopefully given older hikers a better sense of what they face than if they just read the park trail... more »

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By Chris East

I lived on this area for over 20 years and never took a hike. I've fished, swam, and took a boat out on the lake but ever took a hike. At my age, I was determined to make it to the hanging rock. My son and I hiked the trail and while it was a little strenuous and challenging at times, I was not disappointed!!!!! The view at the end is spectacular and well worth the trip. I should have done this 30 years ago. What a beautiful place in my own backyard. This is a national treasure and place to be cherished. The park team has done an amazing job on this park and it shows. Can't wait to take on the Moore's Wall trail.

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By Macky Kyle

Wonderful NC state park! There are several trails that are short around the visitor’s center but we found out later they were marked strenuous, and they were. High Cascade falls is easier but it was a little rainy on the day we visited. There are plenty of picnic tables to enjoy a lunch or snack. The park is definitely “kid friendly.” My oldest daughter got her Junior Ranger badge and had fun doing so. It is definitely worth a visit!

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By Ashley Suarez

I wish I had more time to explore this park. The few trails that I hiked were breathtaking. From the top of the mountain showing what fall colors are all about, to the waterfall and rock structures along the way. You will never be bored. The best part is there truly are a variety of different level trails from beginner, intermediate to expert. So everyone can find a trail to suit their needs.

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By Justin Maslack

I had a great time hiking around this area. There are so many trails to choose from. My favorite is Moores Wall. It has the best views in the park. The observation tower is great and has signs showing what you are seeing. The main attraction, Hanging Rock, is definitely worth the short hike. Well kept trails and facilities. Will plan another trip soon to explore the waterfalls and other trails I did not hike.

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By Alexxa Perez

It was amazing we had an awesome time. We went to 3 water falls. That was awesome and we went up the mountain up to hanging rock. We met amazing people we took the drone up to view. If you go you will have an amazing time. We spent 4-5 hours there. Be careful and stay safe.

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