It was established in 1989 as both a state park and designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the North Carolina General Assembly.

The recreational facilities are at the Princess Ann Landing in southeastern Robeson County near the towns of Orrum and Fair Bluff.

[4] The recreational facilities for Lumber River State Park are in a section of Robeson County known as Princess Ann.

All anglers must have a valid fishing license and follow the regulations of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

Each camp site features a picnic table and grill, lantern holder, trash can, and fire ring.

Princess Ann has several hiking trails and picnic areas, and many municipal and county parks are located on the Lumber River as well.

Wildflowers that can be seen at the park include wisteria, sarvis holly, Carolina bogmint, mountain laurel, wild azalea, spider lily and swamp mallow.