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Lower Haw River State Natural Area

Pittsboro, NC

Lower Haw River State Natural Area
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Fee: No entrance fee listed; contact the park.

About this park

Lower Haw River State Natural Area is a 1,357-acre protected area in Chatham County between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro, along both sides of the Haw River. It stretches from near Bynum to Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program rates it exceptional for aquatic habitat and very high for riverbank and terrestrial habitats. The area prioritizes conservation and low-impact recreation.

Nearby state parks

๐ŸŒฒJordan Lake State Recreation Area ยท Apex ยท 7.8 mi
๐ŸŒฒOcconeechee Mountain State Natural Area ยท Hillsborough ยท 20.6 mi
๐ŸŒฒWilliam B. Umstead State Park ยท Cary ยท 22.4 mi

Lower Haw River State Natural Area FAQ

Where is Lower Haw River State Natural Area located?
Lower Haw River State Natural Area is in Pittsboro, North Carolina, at 160 Bynum Church Road. GPS coordinates: 35.764, -79.151. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Lower Haw River State Natural Area?
No entrance fee listed; contact the park. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
Are there RV campgrounds near Lower Haw River State Natural Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Lower Haw River State Natural Area?
This listing was last updated on October 6, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.