Yadkin Memorial Park Photos

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Entrance to park is paved and wide. There are some high, narrow speed bumps to encourage drivers to drive slowly.

Gangway access to the Southeast Pier begins with a 5% slope, then flattens. The gangway and pier are floating, and slope will vary depending on water level.

Paved walking trail begins and ends at the lakeside of the parking lot, near the playground and small picnic shelter, approx 400 feet from the office.

Southeast Pier is accessible, and is the smaller of the two piers at the park.

Northwest Pier is large and accessible. It's the more popular pier of the two in the park.

Gangway to the Northwest Pier is wooden and floats. Slope is 2%, but can vary depending on water level.

A set of 8 steps lead to the main entrance / check in area. Accessible bathrooms are on the right side of the building, and the large picnic shelter is to the left.

Boat launching options include hard surface for vehicles, sandy beach, and the EZ Launch Kayak system.

Whether you're boating, fishing, or exploring around the lake, you're almost guaranteed to see beautiful wildlife!

The parking lot is unlined, and offers two designated, unlined but marked, accessible parking spaces with spacious access aisles.

The park offers two large, accessible fishing piers. Cranes enjoy fishing from the piers as well!

The paved walkway to the northwest pier is about 1/4 mile in length. After heavy rain, the water level will rise above the gangway, and the pier and walkway will close until water levels return to normal and the pier is safe to access. It's a good idea to call ahead to check conditions.

The walking trail is spacious and open, offering an abundance of sunshine (so bring those shades and hats!), and there are four resting benches along the path.

The paved walking trail loops around the park, and is mostly sunny with some areas of shade. Inclines are gradual, and its steepest incline is 5%. There are four benches along the 3/4 mile loop, and an optional 1/4 mile out and back section along the lake that has two benches and two picnic tables.

Both piers are wheelchair accessible. Toe clearance is 9" high and 70" wide

The path leading from accessible parking to the main entrance, restrooms, and large picnic shelter. The slope is gradual, and the turn at the top of route is unobstructed and wider than 60 inches.

Transition to and from your mobility device to a bench next to the kayak, and then from the bench onto the seat in the kayak. From there, use the grab bars to glide your boat into the water. Upon return, you’ll need to have a little speed as you aim for the ramp to get to the grab bars, then pull yourself up to the bench, where you will transfer from the kayak to the bench, and then to your mobility device. If no kayaks are already loaded on the launch, you will need to either pull the boat yourself or have a friend or park employee assist you getting it onto the dock. Also, have a plan for where your mobility device will be stored while you’re out on the water. Once you’re in the boat, someone will need to secure your mobility device for you, and bring it back to you when you return.

Accessible stall is spacious and has three grab bars.

Sink area in restroom offers ample space for wheelchair maneuvering.

Signage with instructions on how to use the EZ Launch for kayaks and canoes is attached to the dock.

Playground area located near small picnic shelter and Southeast Pier

Boat launching options include hard surface for vehicles, sandy beach, and the EZ Launch Kayak system.

Gangway to accessible boat launch, for one-person or two-person kayaks. The gangway begins with a short, steep slope of 8%, then becomes flat. The boat launch is to the left of the gangway, and has a 4% slope. Because the structure is wooden and rests on the water, the slope of the gangway may vary depending on water levels.

Sheltered picnic area adjacent to the main office/check-in has 10 picnic tables, including 2 that are wheelchair accessible. Also offers 2 grills and trash/recyclable bins located around the perimeter of the shelter.

Small picnic shelter is lakefront, located near the Southeast Pier, is lakefront. It has four picnic tables, one is wheelchair accessible.