Message From Park Superintendent
Crowders Mountain became a state park in 1973 as the result of a citizens movement in
Gaston County. A group of local citizens formed the Gaston County Conservation Society
in response to a threat to mine the mountain. This group of concerned citizens were
able to convince their friends and neighbors of the importance of preserving this unique
natural resource and, with their support, were able to convince state officials of this
need. Recently, 2000 acres have been added to the park which will protect the entire Kings
Mountain ridgeline and join Crowders Mountain State Park to Kings Mountain State Park and
Kings Mountain National Military Battleground in South Carolina. Without the support of
local citizens to preserve this unique resource and open space in a rapidly developing
community, this acquisition would not have occurred.
One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Crowders Mountain has been the support of
the citizens of the area for the park and its programs. The support and approval of the
community is the highest reward one can receive. The Friends of Crowders Mountain is a
group of citizens who have organized to support the park through fund raising, volunteerism,
and community action. Their goal is to continue the tradition of community interest in the
preservation of one of the most significant and beautiful natural resources of our state.
Please consider joining the Friends Of Crowders Mountain in their efforts.
Larry Hyde,
Superintendent
Crowders Mountain State Park
