South Mountains State Park
3001 South Mountain Park Avenue
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
United States
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- Restrooms
- Picnic Tables
- Fishing
- Shelter/Pavilion
- Leashed Pets Allowed
- Campground
- Visitor Information
- Bike Trail
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