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FEATURED EVENTS

National Ranger Day, Touch-a-Truck! - Lake Norman State Park

Come to Lake Norman's Visitor Center to see what our trucks look like! People will have a chance to step inside a Ranger's truck and see all the hats that Rangers wear on a day to day basis and we keep in our truck to protect our visitors and park. This event is to help celebrate World Ranger Day. Photo by J. Davidson: A park ranger's flat hat with a scenic sunrise fall view at Morrow Mountain State Park.
Dates: 
07/31/2026
10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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End of Summer Celebration (International S'mores Day) - Lake Norman State Park

Before the new school year starts, let's celebrate at Lake Norman State Park. We will have free boat rentals from 12 pm-5 pm brought to you by FLANO followed by dinner at 5 pm and end the day with S'mores at 6 pm.
Dates: 
08/10/2026
12:00pm to 6:30pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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LANO's Slightly Haunted Hike - Lake Norman State Park

BOO! EEEEKKKK! It's spooky season yet again! Using our flashlights, we will search through the woods to find hidden nocturnal animals and listen for the creepy sounds that they make at night. Costumes are welcome and candy will be handed out at the end of the hike. This hike can be self led or a Ranger led hike will begin at 6:30 pm.
Dates: 
10/23/2026
6:30pm to 7:30pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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Stary Party - Lake Norman State Park

Twinkle twinkle little stars, how I wonder what you look like? Piedmont Amateur Astronomers are coming out to the swim beach parking lot to show us the stars through their telescopes! Friends of Lake Norman State Park will be there and astronomy-based crafts will be available. In the event of rain, this event will be held on the following Saturday. Meet at the swim beach.
Dates: 
04/24/2026
07/17/2026
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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Santa at the Lake - Lake Norman State Park

It's the 2nd Annual Santa at the Lake! Bring your Christmas wish lists, little ones, and fury friends for the perfect photo down at the Swim Beach with Santa! We have activities set up for kids and Friends of Lake Norman will be taking donations for sweet treats and warm drinks at our concessions stands.
Dates: 
12/06/2026
10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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Earth Day Craft - Lake Norman State Park

Create your own planet in celebrate of the rock we call home! Craft supplies will be available all week long in the Visitor Center while it is open. After you create your Earth, turn it into the office staff to be put on display.
Dates: 
04/21/2026
04/22/2026
04/23/2026
9 am - 5 pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks! - Lake Norman State Park

It's year of America's 250th birthday and we are calling all Girl Scouts to celebrate! This year we will be going over different historical games that were popular 250 years ago. Girls will have a chance to play different games and friendly competitions will be had to see who has the best historical games skills!
Dates: 
09/12/2026
2:00pm to 3:00pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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National Public Lands Day - Lake Norman State Park

Meet at the Visitor Center for a morning of taking care of our public lands! Bring water, gloves, closed-toed shoes, and dress for the weather.
Dates: 
09/26/2026
9:00am to 12:00pm
Location: 
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, NC 28166, United States
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