Union County Parks and Recreation

Union County Parks and Recreation We provide recreational opportunities to the citizens of Union County, North Carolina and neighboring counties.

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04/07/2026

Hey, happy campers! Our brand-new Camp Store at Cane Creek Park is officially open! Stop by for campground check-ins, Cane Creek Park merchandise, snacks and supplies, all in one convenient location designed to make your stay even better. See you at the store!

Cane Creek, Jesse Helms, and Fred Kirby park will be closed tomorrow, 2/2, and Tuesday 2/3. Please monitor our page for ...
02/01/2026

Cane Creek, Jesse Helms, and Fred Kirby park will be closed tomorrow, 2/2, and Tuesday 2/3. Please monitor our page for updates.

Due to inclement weather, County leadership is making the following operational adjustments to keep employees and residents safe:

01/30/2026

In preparation for Winter Storm Gianna, Union County Government is closing County facilities that are typically open on weekends, due to forecasted snow and freezing temperatures, which may create slick roads.

01/26/2026

📣 County Operations - Tuesday, Jan. 27

Union County Government facilities and services will either be closed or open with a delay on Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to the threat of wet roads refreezing overnight and in the early morning hours.

These County facilities and services will be closed all day on Tuesday, Jan. 27:

All County Parks, including Cane Creek Park and Jesse Helms Park

All County waste sites, including the landfill (please see your curbside garbage service provider for schedule changes)

All Transportation services

All home deliveries in the Senior Nutrition program are canceled and congregate meal sites are closed. Clients have been provided shelf-stable meals for emergencies.

These County facilities and services will operate on a revised schedule on Tuesday, Jan. 27:

Government Center and the Human Services building will open at 1 p.m.

Union County Library, NC locations will open at 1 p.m. and close early at 5 p.m.

Many services - including bill pay, forms and applications are available 24/7 on the County website: unioncountync.gov

Latest updates on County operations: unioncountync.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2865/14
Winter Storm Info: unioncountync.gov/winterstorm

Don't forget!
10/29/2025

Don't forget!

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Union County Ag & Event Complex for our Career Fair! Working for Union County means serving your community and making a difference every day.

✅ Explore career opportunities in public service.
✅ Meet hiring managers from multiple departments.
✅ Learn about our excellent benefits — including a pension AND a 401(k)!

Check out the details: ucgov.info/careerfair

✨ Looking for your next opportunity? Join us at the Career Fair on Wednesday, October 29th!📍 Union County Agricultural C...
09/21/2025

✨ Looking for your next opportunity? Join us at the Career Fair on Wednesday, October 29th!

📍 Union County Agricultural Center
🕒 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

This is a great chance to connect with local employers, learn about open positions, and explore career paths. Bring your resume, dress to impress, and come ready to network!

For more information, visit https://www.unioncountync.gov/government/departments-f-p/human-resources/career-fair-2023
We can’t wait to see you there. ✅

We’re proud to have such dedicated team members making a difference in our community! 👏
09/19/2025

We’re proud to have such dedicated team members making a difference in our community! 👏

Please join us in congratulating Union County Parks Superintendent Jared Steele, honored by the NCACC as part of its Heroic Hands initiative!

Jared was recognized for his outstanding leadership, teamwork and dedication to our community. From shaping rural land use plans and supporting conservation efforts at Cane Creek Park, to volunteering with the Union County Firefighters’ Burned Children’s Fund and strengthening local emergency response training, Jared goes above and beyond every day.

Thank you, Jared, for your passion and commitment to making Union County a better place!

Read about the recognition: https://www.unioncountync.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2591/14

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09/19/2025

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Please join us in congratulating Union County Parks and Recreation Ranger Kevin Mager, who recently received our quarterly Caught in the Act award for going above and beyond the call of duty.

When a visitor at the Cane Creek Park campground was stranded and in need of help traveling back home to Washington, D.C., Kevin stepped in to ensure she had the support she needed.
We’re proud to recognize his compassion, professionalism and dedication.

Read more about his efforts: https://ucgov.info/46dNMMK

08/29/2025

Please join us in congratulating Union County Parks Superintendent Jared Steele, honored by the NCACC as part of its Heroic Hands initiative!

Jared was recognized for his outstanding leadership, teamwork and dedication to our community. From shaping rural land use plans and supporting conservation efforts at Cane Creek Park, to volunteering with the Union County Firefighters’ Burned Children’s Fund and strengthening local emergency response training, Jared goes above and beyond every day.

Thank you, Jared, for your passion and commitment to making Union County a better place!

Read about the recognition: https://ucgov.info/3HMw8WW

Address

5213 Harkey Road
Waxhaw, NC
28173

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17042833885

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