River Park North

Across from The Town Common lies River Park North, a 324-acre nature park with many amenities to enjoy. Such as 5 ponds and 2 fishing piers, rental fishing boats, primitive and drive-up campsites, hiking trails, a fossil pit, picnic shelters with grills, and a sand volleyball court. If that isn't enough, enjoy an afternoon at River Park North’s Walter L. Stasavich Science and Nature Center. A great activity on a beautiful day is walking from River Park North to Wildwood Park on one of the connecting trails. 

Walter L. Stasavich Science & Nature Center

One of the amazing amenities at River Park North is the Walker L. Stasavich Science and Nature Center. This education center features a 70-seat theater, 10,000 gallon freshwater aquarium, live turtles and snakes, wildlife dioramas and the “Shells Are Everywhere” exhibit. There are also several hands-on/interactive exhibits to enjoy. Schools, scouts, and organized groups may call in advance to schedule a visit. For more information contact River Park North at 252-329-4560.

Walking Trails

TRACK / Maintenance Trail: 1.2mi

Willow Branch Trail: 0.27mi

Old Eason Run Trail: 0.29mi

Parker's Creek Trail: 0.4mi

Boating

River Park North is the perfect place to drop in your boat, kayak, or paddle board for a day on the water. If still want to experience life on the water, but don't have your own boat, you can rent jon-boats, kayaks, and peddle-boats at River Park North! For more information call 252.329.4560.

Birding

Did you know that River Park North is part of the NC Birding Trail? While you can find a wide range of flora and fauna all over the park, many visitors come to see prothonotary warblers, a variety of waterfowl, and Great blue herons. if you're lucky, you may have an osprey or bald eagle sighting while exploring. 

Camping

River Park North offers a variety of campsites for any occasion, find group campsites complete with a shelter and fire pit, 2 drive-up campsites, and 3 primitive campsites along the Tar River. Primitive sites are located close to an area where campers can easily access the Tar river via canoe, kayak, or a 1.2 mile hike from the front of the park. Drive-to sites near the front of the park are also available.

Camping Fees (per night)

$10 per drive-to/primitive site
$15 per site non-resident
$20 Greenville resident fee for the riverside camping platform.
$30 Non-resident fee for the riverside camping platform.