Landsford Canal State Park is home to the world’s largest population of Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies. These beautiful flowers bloom each year along the Catawba River and can be viewed from the park from May through mid-June. A 1.5-mile, round trip hike down the Canal Trail takes you to an overlook where the spider lilies can be best viewed. Do it on your own during park hours, or go on a guided hike with a ranger at 10 am, Thursdays through Sundays, during lily season.

Lily Watch Update

April 18, 2024

No spider lilies are blooming yet, but plenty of green growth has emerged from the rocky shoals and is visible from the overlook area. We anticipate seeing lily flowers start to bloom within the next couple of weeks. Check back here to see weekly updates posted every Thursday!

Lilyfest 2024

Lilyfest will be held on May 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Click here to learn more!  

The festival will include scheduled nature hikes, programs by the Catawba Nation, 20+ vendors, ice cream and snow cone trucks, food trucks, a coffee truck, music on the porch, and more.  Don't miss it!

More Information  

Hours of operation: daylight until dark, daily.

Admission: $6 adults; $3.75 SC seniors (age 65 & older); $3.50 child age 6-15; Free for children 5 and younger.

Remember, you can purchase the ALL Park Passport at the park or online for unlimited admission during the lily season and special savings!  Contact the park for more information.