Cliffs of the Neuse State Park
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, State park with 90-foot cliffs in Wayne County, North Carolina.
The Neuse River carved steep cliffs through sedimentary layers, revealing patterns of white, tan, yellow, and brown in the exposed rock formations.
The region served as a gathering place for Tuscarora and Saponi tribes before local landowner Lionel Weil initiated its preservation as a park in 1944.
The park maintains an educational center where visitors learn about regional geology, native plants, and the natural history of North Carolina.
The 892-acre park includes 4 miles of hiking trails, camping facilities, fishing spots, and an 11-acre lake for swimming during summer months.
The geological formations display visible layers of ancient seashells, clay, and gravel, indicating the presence of prehistoric seas in this region.
Location: North Carolina
Inception: 1945
Operator: North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Website: http://ncparks.gov/cliffs-of-the-neuse-state-park
GPS coordinates: 35.23860,-77.88440
Latest update: May 11, 2025 02:07
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