Buncombe County Parks Update: Openings and Closures Post-Hurricane Helene

Updated Jan. 29, 2025

Following Tropical Storm Helene, Buncombe County is restoring access to public parks where possible. The following parks are currently open with adjusted hours and limited access in some areas:

• Buncombe County Sports Park: Open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m
• Lake Julian Park: Open during daylight hours only. The lake is open for fishing and boating, along with the marina, walking paths, playgrounds, shelters, and most of the disc golf course, including holes 9-12 and 15-23. However, please respect park signage indicating closed areas.
• Cane Creek Playground: Open during daylight hours only.
• Hominy Valley Park: Open during daylight hours only.
• North Buncombe Fields: Open during daylight hours only.
• Bent Creek River Park: Open during daylight hours only. While the park is accessible, visitors are advised not to use the river at this time.
• Corcoran Paige River Park

The following parks remain closed:

• Charles D. Owen Park
• Collier Cove Nature Preserve
• Karpen Soccer Fields
• Ledges River Park
• Alexander River Park
• Walnut River Park
• Glen Bridge River Park
• Hominy Creek River Park

The County requests that residents avoid closed parks to ensure safety and support cleanup efforts. The community’s cooperation is appreciated as work continues to restore full access to all parks.

For more information on this and other Helene recovery resources, contact the One Buncombe Call Center at 828-250-6100. The call center is available Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.