Locally known as “The Bullhole”, RiverPark is located at 645 Erwin Temple Church Road, Woodleaf, North Carolina.
Work at RiverPark!
River Park is looking for new Park Technicians to manage the day-to-day operations of River Park at Cooleemee Falls.
You must complete the forms below to be considered for any position:
Click below for Job Descriptions:
Return your completed application and background check forms by email to riverpark@cooleemee.org
or mail to:
RiverPark at Cooleemee Falls, Inc.
135 S. Salisbury Street
Mocksville, NC 27028
RiverPark is Looking for Volunteers!
Call for Volunteers! Come help us keep the park clean and neat! Volunteers are needed to help with traffic control, trail renewal, refreshing signs and litter patrol.
Excited? Click HERE to apply for volunteer positions!
The park is now open and has a full-time park superintendent. The park also has new hours and will charge for entry in the summer months to supplement operational costs and to help maintain and improve the areas for visitors as we strive to keep it a clean, family-friendly park.
Things To Do
The park features an impressive stone dam, a sandy beach deposited there by a flood, and good fishing in the spring and fall. Many bring their bathing suits to swim and “ride” the little rapids. There are scattered picnic tables and benches along its beautiful, wooded trails and the handsome big shelter can be rented, perfect for family reunions or church gatherings. The restrooms are located near the main parking area. Portages are available for canoeing and kayaking.
Park Hours
April – October: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Wednesday through Sunday.
The park is open for Memorial Day, the 4th of July and Labor Day.
November – March: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friday through Sunday.
The park is closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Entrance Fees
An entrance fee is charged daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, and on weekends in April, May, September, and October.
| Weekday Rates | Weekend & Holiday Rates |
| Car: $5.00 | Car: $10.00 |
| Motorcycle: $3.00 | Motorcycle: $5.00 |
Park Rules
Basic park rules shown below keep us all safe. You may also read and download the full version of the Park Rules HERE.
- RiverPark urges its patrons to wear an old pair of tennis shoes in the river to prevent accidents on the granite bedrock bottom, known for its slippery moss. Swimming and water activities are at your own risk—there is no lifeguard on duty.
- No grills or open fires – bring a picnic! We can’t risk a forest fire. Contained grilling is allowed ONLY on permanently installed, park-provided grills at the main shelter.
- No alcohol or drugs of any kind or smoking is allowed on the premises.
- Keep your pet on a maximum 10-foot leash at all times.
- No glass containers.
- Remember, KEEP IT CLEAN and be thoughtful of others. Good manners are free.
Reservations
The small picnic shelter is available for private rental at a rate of $100 for the day (10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) on most days the Park is scheduled to be open.
The shelter is not available on any Holiday or Holiday Weekend or on days of Park events. To check availability or to make a reservation, please contact Cooleemee Town Hall at 336-284-2141.
A completed Shelter Reservation form and Payment must be received before the reservation is fully confirmed.
Reviews & Articles About Us
- Triad Moms on Main: Day Trip to the Bullhole.
- Our State Magazine’s article
Get Park Updates
Follow the park Facebook page to get regular updates on events and closings due to weather or Yadkin River flooding.
The park is a beautiful, family-friendly place. Please work together to keep it that way!