Jackson County Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Project Overview
Jackson County is in the process of creating a parks and recreation master plan that will guide the County’s next 10 years of growth. Throughout the planning process, there will be a couple of public meetings and surveys to allow the community to provide input on the future of Jackson County’s parks and recreation.
Key Dates for Public Meetings
Attend any one of these public meetings to provide your input on the plan. Drop in anytime during the event.
Friday, June 27, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Concerts on the Creek – Bridge Park
76 Railroad Avenue, Sylva, NC 28779 
Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 10:00 AM – Noon
Cashiers Farmer’s Market
78 US-64, Cashiers, NC 28717
Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 3:00 – 5:00 PM
Aquatics Center
88 Cullowhee Mountain Road Cullowhee, NC 28723
Friday, July 11, 2025, from 10:00 AM – Noon
Cashiers Farmer’s Market
78 US-64, Cashiers, NC 28717
Friday, July 11, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Concerts on the Creek – Bridge Park
76 Railroad Avenue, Sylva, NC 28779
Community Needs Survey
We heard from you! Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their thoughts and visions about the future of parks and recreation in Jackson County.
Timeline
Background Analysis
A review of the history and background of Jackson County to understand the existing facilities, conditions, and programs.
Public Input
An exploration of what the community wants to see developed in the County over the next 10 years.
Implementation
A list of recommendations to fuel the desired changes.
Review and Adoption
A presentation of the final plan to staff members to review and adopt for use.
Contact Us
Feel free to reach out with any questions or comments. Email us and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.