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Cliffs of the Neuse State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,963 Google reviews · Running trail in Seven Springs, North Carolina · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Cliffs of the Neuse State Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Trail-filled state park set along the Neuse River & offering space for camping, swimming & fishing.
What runners say about Cliffs of the Neuse State Park
“The camp sites, bathhouses and hiking trails were clean and well kept.”
“Beautiful state park with plenty of easy to moderate level trails and camping with friendly staff.”
Has a lake for swimming with lifeguards, snack bar, restrooms. There was a large amount of big black ants everywhere. If you stopped walking on the trail, they would climb up your shoes. Cool to see the river from up on the cliffs. Lots of walking trails.
Had a nice time hiking a couple of trails. Good place to bring dogs and very nice scenery. Great shade on trail. Lots of large ants though that had an uncanny ability to wind up on shoes, ankles, and dog paws. More of a nuisance than a problem. Park office is very nice. Little museum inside. Hope to camp in future
My family and I went to this state park for the first time ever today. It felt amazing outside, and everyone we met along the way was incredibly friendly. This park has quite a lot to offer. Camping grounds, programs for kids, a visitors center that also includes an interactive play area for children, fishing, etc.
Cliffs of the Neuse was wonderful! Staff took care of the property with love and pride for the park. The camp sites, bathhouses and hiking trails were clean and well kept. Every staff member we came in contact with from the camp store, swim lake, and janitorial staff greeted us with a smile.
Trail conditions & character
“It is somewhat primitive but it has plenty of parking and views of the Neuse River where it goes from Piedmont to Coastal Plains.”
“Has a lake for swimming with lifeguards, snack bar, restrooms.”
Plan your run at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitencparks.gov
- Phone+1 919-778-6234
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–9 pm |
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