Cane Creek Park

Amenities:  Handicap Accessibility, Restrooms, Information Available, Biking, Camping, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Picnic Facilities

Unique Features:  This 1,050-acre park includes the 350-acre Cane Creek Lake, home to some of the best largemouth bass fishing in the state as well as bluegill, crappie, and catfish.  The park has 15 miles of trails, including ten miles that are open to horseback riding.  A diversity of aquatic and terrestrial habitats provide opportunities for viewing a variety of reptile and amphibian species, as well as over 100 species of birds. 

Habitat: Grassland, Wetland, Upland Forest, Floodplain Forest

Seasonal Information:  Swimming area and other activities offered from Memorial Day through Labor Day.  Campground and boat ramp open year round.

Directions: From U.S. 74 near Monroe, take N.C. 200 South.  Travel approximately 11 miles and turn left onto Potters Road.  Travel approximately 2.5 miles and turn right onto Harkey Road.  Continue approximately 1.4 miles.  The park entrance will be on the left.

Cane Creek Park map

Hours:  Vary seasonally, call ahead.

Contact Information:
 Union County Parks and Recreation
5213 Harkey Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
704-843-3919
Cane Creek Park