Best North Carolina Parks Apps

National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks

Free

Explore over 420 national parks with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information. Plan your visit with details on amenities, operating hours, and fees. Download park content for offline use, ensuring access even without internet service.

Cary Parks & Rec Sightings

by Concursive

Free

Discover and explore parks and facilities across North Carolina with community-submitted photos and event notifications. Learn about local nature sightings, write reviews, and follow your favorite locations for updates.

Piedmont Discovery

Banerasoft Holdings Inc.

Free

Discover local parks, trails, and recreation in the Piedmont Triad area. Search by location, amenities, or trail type for hiking, biking, and more. Get directions and basic park information.

Charleston County Parks

by Charleston County Park Recreation Commission

Free

Access information about local parks and manage your family's activity schedules. Future updates will allow program sign-ups, notifications, and mobile park pass management.

Greenspace - Triangle

by Eric Majewicz

Free

Discover and navigate parks and greenways in the Raleigh, Cary, and Durham areas. Find nearby greenspaces, view amenities, and share your experiences with photos and journeys. Customize your map view with various settings.

Sniffspot - Private Dog Parks

Rent safe & private dog parks

Free

Discover and book private, fenced spaces for your dog to run, play, and swim off-leash. Avoid crowded public parks and enjoy a safe, controlled environment tailored to your dog's needs, from reactive pups to high-energy companions.

South Carolina State Park

South Carolina Park Tourism

$1.99

Discover South Carolina's state and national parks with this app. Find interesting facts, park locations, and nearby points of interest like restaurants and gas stations. Navigate easily with GPS-enabled maps.

North Carolina Tourist Guide

by corey hoggard

Free

Discover popular, unusual, and hidden gems across North Carolina. This app provides detailed descriptions and maps for each location, helping you plan your next adventure.

Go Outdoors North Carolina

NCWRC’s Official Licensing App

Free

Manage your outdoor licenses and access essential hunting and fishing information. Get real-time sunrise/sunset times, moon phases, and prime wildlife feeding times. Report hunting activities online or offline.

North Carolina Zoo

by The North Carolina Zoological Society Inc

Free

Enhance your visit to a major zoological park with this app. Discover animals through virtual tours, explore STEM careers, access K-12 curriculum activities, and utilize an interactive map. Content is available in both English and Spanish.

NC Waterfalls

Find North Carolina Waterfalls

Free

Discover North Carolina's stunning waterfalls with this app. It offers maps to pinpoint waterfall and trailhead locations, helping you plan your outdoor adventures.

Dollywood Parks & Resorts

The Official Dollywood App

Free

Plan your visit to a Smoky Mountain destination featuring theme parks, water parks, and resorts. Access tickets, view park maps, check wait times, and order food. Maximize your family's experience with this official guide.

Six Flags

by Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

Free

Access all 41 parks with this app, featuring interactive maps, ride wait times, and show schedules. Manage tickets, passes, and memberships, order food, and even mark your parking spot. Enhance your park experience with exclusive offers and AR games.