Fisher River Park

Park

Dobson, NC

Fisher River Park combines multiple sports fields with a 1/4-mile paved trail and a challenging mountain bike trail.

  • organized baseball, softball, or soccer activities
  • mountain biking
  • paved walking

Elkin Municipal Park

Park

Elkin, NC

Elkin Municipal Park is a 25-acre recreation space with tennis courts, playgrounds, trails, athletic fields, an outdoor pool, picnic shelters, and a band shell.

  • families seeking playgrounds, athletic fields, trails, and an outdoor pool
  • free public tennis play
  • walking on a one-mile track

Stone Mountain State Park

Park

State Road, NC

Stone Mountain State Park combines a 600-foot National Natural Landmark granite dome with 20 miles of hiking trails and multiple camping options.

  • hiking near waterfalls and granite formations
  • rock climbing
  • horseback riding on bridle trails

Westwood Park

Park

Mt Airy, NC

Westwood Park is San Francisco’s only Residential Character District, with more than 650 bungalow homes and gates and pillars designated Landmark #314.

  • Exploring a historic San Francisco residential neighborhood
  • Viewing preserved bungalow-style architecture
  • Learning about historic gates, pillars and neighborhood design guidelines

Cumberland Knob Picnic Area

Park

Surry County, NC

Blue Ridge Parkway provides planning tools, road-condition updates, and attraction guidance across a 469-mile scenic route.

  • Planning a multi-day Blue Ridge Parkway road trip
  • Checking closures and weather before driving
  • Finding attractions by milepost

Cumberland Knob, Blue Ridge Parkway

Park

Lowgap, NC

Blue Ridge Parkway provides planning tools, road-condition updates, and attraction guidance across a 469-mile scenic route.

  • Planning a multi-day Blue Ridge Parkway road trip
  • Checking closures and weather before driving
  • Finding attractions by milepost

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FAQ

Which Surry County park has no day-use entrance fee?

Stone Mountain State Park has no entrance fee for day use. Camping and other services may have separate arrangements.

Which park is best for a family day with sports and a pool?

Elkin Municipal Park has two playgrounds, baseball and soccer fields, an outdoor pool, a fishing pier, and picnic shelters. Pool and shelter reservations are available online.

Where can I play tennis in Surry County?

Elkin Municipal Park has free public outdoor tennis courts. Lighting is available for $1 per hour, subject to scheduling restrictions during school practices, matches, or tournaments.

Where can I go mountain biking near Surry?

Fisher River Park has a challenging mountain bike trail, while Elkin Municipal Park provides access to five miles of mountain bike trail.

Are all trails at Stone Mountain State Park open?

Not necessarily; the enrichment information notes that sections of the Stone Mountain Loop Trail and Mountains-to-Sea Trail are closed. Check current park conditions before visiting.