Fee: Day use is free except boat rentals. Fees apply for camping, event permits and facility reservations.
About this park
Jones Lake State Park is in Bladen County, about 40 miles southeast of Fayetteville. It opened as the first state park to welcome Black Americans and has long been a community destination for picnicking, swimming, hiking and paddling. Tea-colored water hides the shallow depth of the lake, which reaches only eight feet. Jones Lake and nearby Salters Lake are Carolina bays, elliptical depressions along the Atlantic coast. Camping and boat rentals are available.
Jones Lake State Park FAQ
Where is Jones Lake State Park located?
Jones Lake State Park is in Elizabethtown, North Carolina, at 4117 N.C. 242 N.. GPS coordinates: 34.6827, -78.5954. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Jones Lake State Park?
Day use is free except boat rentals. Fees apply for camping, event permits and facility reservations. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Jones Lake State Park?
You can call (910) 588-4550 or email jones.lake@ncparks.gov. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Jones Lake State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Buck Hall Recreation Area (126.5 mi, reservable)
- Longwood Park (130.9 mi, reservable)
- Rudds Creek Rec. Area (136.6 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Jones Lake State Park?
This listing was last updated on October 6, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.