Valle Crucis Community Park is a 28-acre recreation destination for High Country residents as well as visitors to the area. Valle Crucis Community Park is a nonprofit organization. 80% of our operating budget comes from donations from visitors like you. Please consider supporting this gem to help protect access for future generations.
The Watauga River runs along the Park’s northern boundary, and is home to world-class fly fishing. This portion of the Watauga is a delayed harvest trout stream, so be prepared to comply with fishing regulations. A North Carolina fishing license is required, and can be purchased from the Original Mast General Store, only 0.2 miles from the Park. Fishing is also allowed in Dutch Creek, which runs along the Park’s southern boundary.
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is still essential. Only go to the beach if you are able to keep 6 feet or 2 meters away from others. Follow the instructions provided by your local health authorities. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter our efforts to curb the virus’s spread.
Valle Crucis Community Park is a 28-acre recreation destination for High Country residents as well as visitors to the area. Valle Crucis Community Park is a nonprofit organization. 80% of our operating budget comes from donations from visitors like you. Please consider supporting this gem to help protect access for future generations.
The Watauga River runs along the Park’s northern boundary, and is home to world-class fly fishing. This portion of the Watauga is a delayed harvest trout stream, so be prepared to comply with fishing regulations. A North Carolina fishing license is required, and can be purchased from the Original Mast General Store, only 0.2 miles from the Park. Fishing is also allowed in Dutch Creek, which runs along the Park’s southern boundary.
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