Lake Stephens - RCPRA

05/29/2026

Come visit us for a beautiful day at Lake Stephens!

Just a reminder of our summer hours!
The Beach and Splash Pad are currently open daily from 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

The Aqua Park and Concessions will be only be open on weekends until June 9th.

Beginning June 10th, the Aqua Park and Concessions will move to regular summertime hours and will be open daily from 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Thank you for your understanding, and we can't wait to see you!

Alt text: Photo of Lake Stephens beach with a paper texture and text that reads "Lake Stephens Summer Hours" in neon letters.

05/25/2026

Monday, May 25, 2026.

Due to inclement weather, the Beach, Aqua Park, Splash Pad, and Concessions at Lake Stephens will be closed today.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. The safety of our guests and staff remains our top priority.

As we observe Memorial Day, we also want to take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We are grateful for their service and the freedoms we enjoy each day.

Thank you,
Lake Stephens Management

05/24/2026

May 24, 2026: A fallen tree has taken down a power line in the park, resulting in a full outage of power, phones, and internet across all facilities, including the Ticket Booth, Marina, Campground, Office, and others.

Beach, Splash Pad, and Aqua Park are closed for the remainder of the day.

The Campground and Marina remain open, but no power, phones, or internet are available at this time.

Please use extreme caution when traveling through the campground area, as there are multiple downed lines across the road.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as crews work to restore service.

05/21/2026

9:00am Friday May 22, 2026 will be the 50/50 Friday through The Big Dawg 99.5 WJLS.

Follow this link to get your Lake Stephens Season Pass for 1/2 off!

https://wvrc.incentrev.com/beckley/deals

Only 25 available so hurry! They will sell out.

Send a message to learn more

05/21/2026

********POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER FORCASTE! STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE************

********POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER FORCASTE! STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE**********************

Don't Forget: Karaoke on the Beach! Just a quick reminder to join us this Saturday, May 23rd, for our FREE DJ Karaoke Party!

After a day of sun and sand, grab the mic and help us kick off the summer season. It’s all happening right on the beach from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM, sponsored by our friends at Direct Auto Sales.

See you by the water!



Alt text: An aerial view of Lake Stephens beach on a sunny day with a pink and orange gradient border. Bold text in the center reads "DJ KARAOKE PARTY" in lime green and white, with the event date "MAY 23rd" and time "5:30 PM - 9:30 PM" at the bottom. Small white music note icons are scattered across the image.

05/20/2026

We are back and ready to soak up the sun! Grab your sunscreen and join us for our Opening Weekend festivities. Whether you're looking to lounge or launch into some fun, we’ve got you covered all day Saturday, May 23rd.

Saturday May 23rd Schedule:
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Splash Pad, Aqua Park, and Beach are officially OPEN!
***Postponed - The party kicks off with a FREE DJ Karaoke Party right on the beach!
The DJ Karaoke Party has been postponed due to weather forecast.*****

Bring your friends, your family, and your best singing voice. We’ve missed you and can't wait to see everyone back at the lake!

Alt text: Aerial view of a sunny beach at Lake Stephens with green water, white sand, and lush green trees under a blue sky with fluffy clouds. Centered over the image is bold white text that reads "LAKE STEPHENS" followed by the word "SUMMER" repeated three times in a large, stylized font, and "OPENING WEEKEND" at the bottom. People can be seen swimming in the water and lounging on the shore.

05/17/2026

********POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER FORCASTE! STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE**********************

Don't Forget: Karaoke on the Beach! Just a quick reminder to join us this Saturday, May 23rd, for our FREE DJ Karaoke Party!

After a day of sun and sand, grab the mic and help us kick off the summer season. It’s all happening right on the beach from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM, sponsored by our friends at Direct Auto Sales.

See you by the water!



Alt text: An aerial view of Lake Stephens beach on a sunny day with a pink and orange gradient border. Bold text in the center reads "DJ KARAOKE PARTY" in lime green and white, with the event date "MAY 23rd" and time "5:30 PM - 9:30 PM" at the bottom. Small white music note icons are scattered across the image.

05/14/2026

********POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER FORCASTE! STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE************

We are kicking off the season at Lake Stephens Beach! Join us for a completely FREE night of music and karaoke featuring the one and only DJ Jim Johnson. Whether you’re ready to take the mic or just want to dance in the sand, this is the place to be.

Date: May 23rd
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Cost: FREE!

Alt text: Event flyer for a DJ Karaoke Party at Lake Stephens Beach on May 23rd from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The background shows a sunny aerial view of the beach and water.

05/08/2026

Lake Stephens is hiring! We are looking for skilled maintenance staff to assist in everyday upkeep and maintenance of Lake Stephens and other parks belonging to RCPRA.

What We Are Looking For:
Passion for providing exceptional service to guests and team members
Strong attention and care for details
Responsibility, reliability, and honesty
Teamwork and collaboration

Interested in applying? Visit our website and fill out an application today! https://raleighcountyparks.gov/jobs/

Alt Text: The background is a slightly blurred photograph of a dense forest with a dirt trail. In the center, the words "WE'RE HIRING" are written in large, bold, white, sans-serif capital letters. At the bottom center is the Lake Stephens logo, which includes the text "LAKE STEPHENS Raleigh County Parks & Recreation Authority.

05/07/2026

Lake Stephens is gearing up for opening day on May 23rd! We are thrilled to welcome the community back to our local parks for the upcoming summer season. As we prepare for a summer of fun, we are excited to announce the official 2026 opening dates and updated hours for Lake Stephens!

The Lake Stephens splash pad and beach will officially open on Saturday, May 23. The aqua park will open for weekends on May 23 and open daily beginning Jun 8. This year, all three amenities will operate daily from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Admission & Pricing
Beach Entry: $5
Splash Pad Daily Pass: $10 (Includes beach entry)
Aqua Park Session (45 minutes): $10 (Includes beach entry)

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to Lake Stephens. Our team has been working hard to ensure the parks are ready, and we are excited for another wonderful season with our community!

Alt Text: Aerial view of Lake Stephens featuring a winding blue lake, green forest, and a circular RV campground, with a blue tint. In the center, 'SUMMER HOURS' is written in large, bold blue letters and an outline of green, followed by 'LAKE STEPHENS' in smaller white text below.