Lake Rim Park

Educational Group Field Trips

Are you looking for an interesting field trip for your school, church, civic or scout group? A variety of ranger-guided environmental and local history programs can be taught at Lake Rim Park. Popular subjects include: animal adaptations, beaver ecology, plants, tree identification, rocks and minerals, fossils, insects, the naval stores industry, and Native American cultures or choose from the programs offered below. Nature hikes and custom programs are available and programs can be correlated to DOD and North Carolina’s Essential Standards for Science. Picnic shelters can be reserved for lunch. Programs are offered by appointment only, call to schedule.
Group size limited to 80 participants.
Free

Outreach Programs

A ranger can come to your location and lead a nature program for your class on a variety of topics. Reservation in advance required, please call for more information.
$25/program in county; fee waived for Cumberland County Public Schools, Fort Bragg Schools and affiliates; $50/program out of county within 25 miles.

Scavenger Hunt at the Playgrounds

Each month, our young visitors can spend their playtime searching for hidden images at the playground. Come by the office to pick up your scavenger sheet and return it for a prize upon completion. New themed scavenger hunts will be posted each month. 
All ages; March-Aug.; Mon.-Fri.; 10 am-4 pm; Free

LRP Self-Guided Historical Tour

Stroll and learn the history of Lake Rim Park, Fayetteville and North Carolina. Slow down to read some interesting stories you may not have heard before. 
All ages; Mon.-Fri.; March-Aug.;10 am-4 pm; Free

Story Time

You and your child are invited to Lake Rim Park for an interactive story time with the Cumberland County Public Library. The story will be followed by themed crafts and activities. Call ahead to 910-433-1018 for more information.
6-under yrs w/adult; 1-2 pm; Free
Fri., March 27: St. Patrick’s
Mon., May 18: Botanical
Mon., July 6: Fireworks

Park Chats at Lake Rim Park

This lecture series will focus on a new topic each month. Program is held at the Lake Rim Park. Please call Lake Rim Park (910-433-1018) to register. Registration deadline is 48 hours in advance.
All ages; Mon.; 1-2 pm; Free
Feb. 9: Surviving elements: Wilderness first aid
Feb. 23: Spring babies and buds
April 20: National Parks
June 15: Juneteenth
Aug. 24: Beaches in NC

Basic Archery 

This class is designed to introduce the sport of archery to beginners. Participants will use compound bows as they learn the basics. We will teach safety, proper stance, and correct technique. You will be hitting the bull’s eye in no time! Adults welcome too. Call or register online, space is limited. Registration deadline is 48 hours in advance.
8+; Fri., Feb. 13; noon-2 pm; $5/participant resident; $10/participant non-resident

BYOKayak Tour

Have your own kayak? Join us at Lake Rim and enjoy this spring while a Ranger guides you on a leisurely, kayak tour of the lake. Life vests can be provided upon request. Limited space available. Registration deadline is 48 hours in advance. Call or register online.
10+; Sat., March 7; 10 am-noon; $5

Horseback Trail Riding

Ride with us down a trail full of wonders or use the chance to feel the breeze on horseback. Lake Rim Park will be taking a group of interested participants on a trail ride on horseback this spring! Experts will guide the group through their vast woodland area. Learn new facts, new skills and just enjoy the company. Trail riding basics will be provided. Participant weight limit of 225lbs or less per stable policies. Limited space available. Call or register online by
March 11.
8+; Fri., March 13; 10 am-1 pm; $15/participant

St. Patrick’s Archery 

This class is designed to introduce the sport of archery to beginners. Participants will use compound bows as they learn the basics. We will teach safety, proper stance, and correct technique. You will be hitting the bull’s eye in no time! Adults welcome too. Call or register online. Space is limited. Registration deadline is 48 hours in advance.
8+; Tues., March 17; 1-3 pm; $5/participant 

Lake Rim Morning Kayak Tour

Looking for an affordable, fun, and easy outdoor adventure? Join us at Lake Rim and enjoy the spring weather while a Ranger guides you on a leisurely, morning kayak tour of the lake. Kayaks, paddle, and life vests provided. Limited space available. Call or register online 48 hours in advance.
10+; Sat., March 21; 10 am-noon; $15

Dinosaurs in the Dirt

After a brief introduction to dinosaurs, children will venture to the volleyball court to dig for “dinosaur bones” and play in our “giant sand box.” Shovels, buckets, and, of course, dinosaurs will be provided for children to play with. Call to register.
5-under yrs w/adult; Thurs., April 9; Tues., May 5; 9:30-11:30 am; Free

Lake Rim Afternoon Kayak Tour

Looking for an affordable, fun, and easy outdoor adventure? Join us at Lake Rim and enjoy the spring weather while a Ranger guides you on a leisurely, afternoon kayak tour of the lake. Kayaks, paddles, and life vests provided. Limited space available. Registration deadline is 48 hours in advance.
10+; Fri., April 17; 4-6 pm; $15

Raven Rock Hike

All aboard the FCPR Bus! Meet at Lake Rim Park at 8:30 am to jump on a ride for Raven Rock State Park. A Park Ranger will guide us on a 45-60-minute hike focusing on the history of the park’s famous landmarks and to explore all that makes Raven Rock. Bring your lunch, water, and comfortable clothing with closed-toed shoes. Plan for about a two-mile hike. Limited space available. Register before April 22.
5+; Fri., April 24; 8:30-5:30 pm; $10/participant

Senior Kayak Tour

Looking for a fun easy workout while soaking up the sunshine? Join us at Lake Rim and enjoy the spring weather while a Ranger guides you on a leisurely kayak tour of the lake. Kayaks, paddles, and life vests provided. Limited space available. Registration deadline is 48 hours prior to the program date.
55+; Tues., April 28; 10 am-noon; $5 

Dr. Seuss Picnic and Storytime

Grab your blankets, your lunch, and your favorite stuffed animals cause you and your child are invited at Lake Rim Park to celebrate the birth date of the beloved child author, Dr. Suess! Sit outside on a cool spring day for a picnic with Dr. Seuss stories, crafts and of course, some cupcakes. Call for more information. 
All ages; Mon., March 2; 1-2 pm; Free

Follow the Green

Join a park ranger as you learn navigation skills using a map and compass. Try to see if you can find the location of the leprechauns throughout the park and look for some trinkets. Also, we will take a look at how to use a GPS. We will be on the trails and through the woods. Call to register. 
All ages; Mon., March 16; 4-5:30 pm; Free

Adult Fishing Workshop (Pechmann Center)

Look no further if you are a fishing fanatic or want to dip your toes into the fishing universe. Join us at the Pechmann Center and enjoy some catch and release. Think you can get the biggest fish in the pond? Limited space available. Registration deadline is 48 hours in advance.
17+; Sat., March 28; 9-3pm; Free

Easter Egg Hunt

Get some pre-Easter enjoyment at Lake Rim Park. Explore the park, find the eggs and keep your prize. Limited space available. Call or register online 48 hours in advance.
9-under yrs; Thurs., April 2; 2-4 pm; Free

Turpentine Chat

Find out why North Carolina is known as the “Tar Heel State”. Learn the history of the state’s turpentine industry in a Park Ranger-led presentation. After viewing artefacts and old photographs, we will walk down the trail to see the remains of the Weed’s Lightwood Plant, a turpentine factory from the early 1900s. Learn what a “tar kiln” is and see real examples in the park. Call to register. 
8+; Wed., May 8; 3-5 pm; Free

Up, Up and Away

Conduct experiments to explore items that fly such as airplanes, kites and rockets. Compare how each one goes up in the air differently. Enjoy a spring day by making a kite and letting it set sail. Materials will be provided as well as assistance in construction. Space is limited. Call to register. 
5+; Tues., May 12; 4-6 pm; $5/kite

Family Fishing Workshop (Pechmann Center)

Are you a teen looking for a fun day outdoors? Join us at the Pechman Center and enjoy the some catch and release. Think you can get the biggest fish in the pond? Limited space available. Registration deadline is 48 hours in advance.
All ages; Fri., Aug. 7; TBA; Free

Dissect a Salad (LRP)

Bring your own salad. Come out to the visitor center as we take a deep dive into what is in our salad. We will look through the microscopes and she what different parts there are in some of our favorite fruits and vegetables. Call to register.
All ages; Thurs., Aug. 13; noon-1:30 pm; Free