Dan Nicholas State Park

Dan Nicholas Park is home to a campground, lake, carousel, train, gem mine, aquarium and nature center, animal habitats, and more. Learn more about the attractions at Dan Nicholas Park before your visit. Admission to the park is free; however, there are fees for some attractions and fishing. We gladly accept Visa, Master Card and Discover.

Animals are allowed in the park, but are not allowed on attractions. Leashes are required for all pets not performing a task for an individual with a disability.

Field Trips
Fields trip must be scheduled by calling 704-216-7803. Please do not use the online reservation system to schedule a shelter. Our staff will handle all accommodations for you to make your field trip as smooth as possible!

Lake Murtis
Lake Murtis is a 10-acre lake in Dan Nicholas Park. While fishing is permitted, no boats except the park's paddle boats are allowed in the lake. Learn more about fishing at Lake Murtis.

No swimming is allowed in the lake.

Picnic Shelters
Dan Nicholas Park has 17 covered shelters with charcoal grills available for rent. They are equipped with picnic tables and grills. There is a charge for shelter and picnic tables on Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays.