Chimney Rock State Park was created in 2005.
Chimney Rock State Park was founded in 2007. The land was privately owned from 1902 to 2007; in 2006 the land was put up for sale. North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources took over its operation as a State Park when the government purchased the property.
Rock Creek State Park was created in 1952.
Slide Rock State Park was created in 1985.
Blue Rock State Park was created in 1936.
Raven Rock State Park was created in 1969.
Mushroom Rock State Park was created in 1965.
Elk Rock State Park was created in 1978.
Cave-in-Rock State Park was created in 1861.
Black Rock State Park was created in 1926.
Starved Rock State Park was created in 1911.
Rock Cut State Park was created in 1957.
Cedar Rock State Park was created in 1981.