The site of Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, with impressive 90' cliffs overlooking the Neuse River, has been a landmark for centuries.
Five hiking trails explore the riverside habitats and their mature forests and lead to some quiet fishing spots along the waterway.
We took the 350 yard trail which led to an overlook of the Neuse River
and a close up view of the cliffs . ( They are hard to see through the trees from this angle)
Then the trail angled down hill to the edge of the Neuse River where there were
some beautiful reflections of the trees in the water.
Unfortunately, even with bug spray, we were being swarmed by mosquitoes, so we turned around and attempted to go downriver on the Spanish Moss Trail,
only to encounter the same swarms of insects
as the trail dropped closer to the river the river.
A favorite facility for the local communities is an 11-acre swimming lake with a bathhouse, grass-covered lawn, sandy beach and diving platform with rental boats available. Expansive picnic grounds are nearby. Interestingly we did not encounter too many insects on the trail that circled the lake
A visitor center offers kid friendly exhibits that explore the natural and cultural history of the region, complementing regular interpretive programs.
The park has group campsites and a 35-site family campground,, but we wouldn't recommend staying there unless (a) you are willing to bathe in bug repellent, or (b) the weather is too cold for mosquitoes.)
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