{
    "id": "nc-dog-rules-by-park",
    "name": "North Carolina State Park Dog Rules by Park (Computed)",
    "description": "Computed from the pet rule each North Carolina state park page states: whether dogs are allowed, whether campsites, buildings and swim areas are named, the leash length and any other limit. Where the park page does not say, the value is Not stated and the park page decides.",
    "page": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/data/nc-dog-rules-by-park/",
    "csv": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/data/downloads/nc-dog-rules-by-park.csv",
    "json": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/data/downloads/nc-dog-rules-by-park.json",
    "schema": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/data/schema/nc-dog-rules-by-park.json",
    "derived": true,
    "inputs": "nc-places (the dog_rule text of each state park page on ncparks.gov)",
    "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
    "attribution": "It's North Carolina (itsnorthcarolina.com), CC BY 4.0",
    "citation": "It's North Carolina (2026). North Carolina State Park Dog Rules by Park (Computed). https://itsnorthcarolina.com/data/nc-dog-rules-by-park/",
    "publisher": "It's North Carolina",
    "geo_scope": "North Carolina, USA",
    "last_checked": "2026-10-27",
    "row_count": 43,
    "columns": [
        "name",
        "type",
        "city",
        "county",
        "region",
        "dogs_allowed",
        "campsites",
        "buildings",
        "swim_areas",
        "leash_max_feet",
        "other_limits",
        "rule_text",
        "official_url",
        "page_url",
        "checked"
    ],
    "column_notes": {
        "name": "Official unit name",
        "type": "State Park, State Recreation Area, State Natural Area, Nature Preserve or State Park Unit",
        "city": "City or town of the park address",
        "county": "County (or counties) from the park page",
        "region": "Our editorial region (not an official designation)",
        "dogs_allowed": "Computed: Yes when the park page says pets are allowed at the park, Not published when it has no pet rule",
        "campsites": "Computed: Allowed when the rule says pets are allowed at campsites, otherwise Not stated",
        "buildings": "Computed: Not allowed when the rule bars pets from buildings, otherwise Not stated",
        "swim_areas": "Computed: Not allowed when the rule bars pets from a swim beach or swimming area, otherwise Not stated",
        "leash_max_feet": "Longest leash in feet the rule allows (a number), blank when none is stated",
        "other_limits": "Other limits the rule names: ferry, elevator, fort, camper cabins, steep trails",
        "rule_text": "The pet rule as the park page states it, or Not published",
        "official_url": "Park page on ncparks.gov the rule was read from",
        "page_url": "Our page for the park",
        "checked": "Date (YYYY-MM-DD) the source row was read"
    },
    "rows": [
        {
            "name": "Carolina Beach State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Carolina Beach",
            "county": "New Hanover",
            "region": "Coast",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Camper cabins",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings or in camper cabins. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/carolina-beach-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/carolina-beach-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Carvers Creek State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Spring Lake",
            "county": "Cumberland",
            "region": "Sandhills",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park, except they are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/carvers-creek-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/carvers-creek-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Chimney Rock State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Chimney Rock",
            "county": "Rutherford",
            "region": "Asheville & Foothills",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Elevator at the attraction",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park, except they are not permitted inside buildings or in the elevator at the Chimney Rock attraction. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/chimney-rock-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/chimney-rock-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Cliffs of the Neuse State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Seven Springs",
            "county": "Wayne",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Camper cabins",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on the swim beach, inside buildings, or in camper cabins. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/cliffs-neuse-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/cliffs-neuse-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Crowders Mountain State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Kings Mountain",
            "county": "Gaston",
            "region": "Charlotte Region",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/crowders-mountain-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/crowders-mountain-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Dismal Swamp State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "South Mills",
            "county": "Camden",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park, except they are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/dismal-swamp-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/dismal-swamp-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Elk Knob State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Todd",
            "county": "Watauga",
            "region": "High Country",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/elk-knob-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/elk-knob-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Eno River State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Durham",
            "county": "Durham",
            "region": "Triangle",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/eno-river-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/eno-river-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Falls Lake State Recreation Area",
            "type": "State Recreation Area",
            "city": "Wake Forest",
            "county": "Wake",
            "region": "Triangle",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on swim beaches or inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/falls-lake-state-recreation-area",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/falls-lake-state-recreation-area/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Fort Fisher State Recreation Area",
            "type": "State Recreation Area",
            "city": "Kure Beach",
            "county": "New Hanover",
            "region": "Coast",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park, except they are not permitted on the swim beach or inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/fort-fisher-state-recreation-area",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/fort-fisher-state-recreation-area/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Fort Macon State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Atlantic Beach",
            "county": "Carteret",
            "region": "Coast",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Inside the fort",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park, except they are not permitted on the swim beach, inside the fort, or inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/fort-macon-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/fort-macon-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Goose Creek State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Washington",
            "county": "Beaufort",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Camper cabins",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings or in camper cabins. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/goose-creek-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/goose-creek-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Gorges State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Sapphire",
            "county": "Transylvania",
            "region": "Asheville & Foothills",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/gorges-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/gorges-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Grandfather Mountain State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Banner Elk",
            "county": "Avery",
            "region": "High Country",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Steep trails not recommended for pets",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. In addition, many park trails are steep and not recommended for pets, so please review the Trails page and plan accordingly. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/grandfather-mountain-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/grandfather-mountain-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Hammocks Beach State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Swansboro",
            "county": "Onslow",
            "region": "Coast",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Ferry",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings, on the ferry, or in the swimming area. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/hammocks-beach-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/hammocks-beach-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Hanging Rock State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Danbury",
            "county": "Stokes",
            "region": "Triad",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on the swim beach, inside buildings, or in vacation cabins. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/hanging-rock-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/hanging-rock-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Haw River State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Browns Summit",
            "county": "Guilford",
            "region": "Triad",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/haw-river-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/haw-river-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Jockey's Ridge State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Nags Head",
            "county": "Dare",
            "region": "Coast",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park, except they are not permitted inside buildings. Due to hot sand and sandspurs, we recommend protection for paws; sand temperatures may be as much as 30 degrees higher than air temperatures. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/jockeys-ridge-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/jockeys-ridge-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Jones Lake State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Elizabethtown",
            "county": "Bladen",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on the swim beach or inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/jones-lake-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/jones-lake-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Jordan Lake State Recreation Area",
            "type": "State Recreation Area",
            "city": "Apex",
            "county": "Chatham",
            "region": "Triangle",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on swim beaches or inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/jordan-lake-state-recreation-area",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/jordan-lake-state-recreation-area/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Kerr Lake State Recreation Area",
            "type": "State Recreation Area",
            "city": "Henderson",
            "county": "Vance",
            "region": "Triangle",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on swim beaches or inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/kerr-lake-state-recreation-area",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/kerr-lake-state-recreation-area/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Lake James State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Nebo",
            "county": "McDowell",
            "region": "Asheville & Foothills",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on the swim beach or inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/lake-james-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/lake-james-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Lake Norman State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Troutman",
            "county": "Iredell",
            "region": "Charlotte Region",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not allowed",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Camper cabins",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted on the swim beach, inside buildings, or in camper cabins. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/lake-norman-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/lake-norman-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Lake Waccamaw State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Lake Waccamaw",
            "county": "Columbus",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/lake-waccamaw-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/lake-waccamaw-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Lower Haw River State Natural Area",
            "type": "State Natural Area",
            "city": "Pittsboro",
            "county": "Chatham",
            "region": "Triangle",
            "dogs_allowed": "Not published",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not stated",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": null,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Not published",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/lower-haw-river-state-natural-area",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/lower-haw-river-state-natural-area/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Lumber River State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Orrum",
            "county": "Robeson",
            "region": "Sandhills",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and campsites, except they are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/lumber-river-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/lumber-river-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Mayo River State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Mayodan",
            "county": "Rockingham",
            "region": "Triad",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/mayo-river-state-park",
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            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
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            "name": "Merchants Millpond State Park",
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            "county": "Gates",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
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            "name": "Morrow Mountain State Park",
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            "county": "Stanly",
            "region": "Charlotte Region",
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            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
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            "county": "Ashe",
            "region": "High Country",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
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            "other_limits": null,
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        {
            "name": "Mount Mitchell State Park",
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            "county": "Yancey",
            "region": "High Country",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
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            "other_limits": null,
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            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/mount-mitchell-state-park",
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        {
            "name": "New River State Park",
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            "city": "Laurel Springs",
            "county": "Ashe",
            "region": "High Country",
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            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
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            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/new-river-state-park",
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            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area",
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            "city": "Hillsborough",
            "county": "Orange",
            "region": "Triangle",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not stated",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/occoneechee-mountain-state-natural-area",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/occoneechee-mountain-state-natural-area/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "Pettigrew State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Creswell",
            "county": "Washington",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/pettigrew-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/pettigrew-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "Pilot Mountain State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Pinnacle",
            "county": "Surry",
            "region": "High Country",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not stated",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times. Pets are prohibited from entering any building.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/pilot-mountain-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/pilot-mountain-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
        },
        {
            "name": "Raven Rock State Park",
            "type": "State Park",
            "city": "Lillington",
            "county": "Harnett",
            "region": "Triangle",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": "Camper cabins",
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park and at campsites. They are not permitted inside buildings or in camper cabins. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/raven-rock-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/raven-rock-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "Rendezvous Mountain",
            "type": "State Park Unit",
            "city": "Purlear",
            "county": "Wilkes",
            "region": "High Country",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
            "rule_text": "Pets are allowed at the park, except they are not permitted inside buildings. Pets must be on an attended leash of no longer than 6 feet at all times.",
            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/rendezvous-mountain",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/rendezvous-mountain/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "Singletary Lake State Park",
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            "city": "Kelly",
            "county": "Bladen",
            "region": "Eastern Plain & Inner Banks",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
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            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/singletary-lake-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/singletary-lake-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "South Mountains State Park",
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            "county": "Burke",
            "region": "Asheville & Foothills",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
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            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/south-mountains-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/south-mountains-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "Stone Mountain State Park",
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            "county": "Alleghany",
            "region": "High Country",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Allowed",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
            "other_limits": null,
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            "official_url": "https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/stone-mountain-state-park",
            "page_url": "https://itsnorthcarolina.com/places/stone-mountain-state-park/",
            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve",
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            "city": "Southern Pines",
            "county": "Moore",
            "region": "Sandhills",
            "dogs_allowed": "Yes",
            "campsites": "Not stated",
            "buildings": "Not allowed",
            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
            "leash_max_feet": 6,
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            "checked": "2026-10-27"
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        {
            "name": "William B. Umstead State Park",
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            "county": "Wake",
            "region": "Triangle",
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            "campsites": "Allowed",
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            "swim_areas": "Not stated",
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