Recreation & Parks
Over 20 parks grace the Pitt County area and provide a variety of recreational opportunities including picnicking, hiking, fishing, boating and an off-leash dog park.
Over 20 parks grace the Pitt County area and provide a variety of recreational opportunities including picnicking, hiking, fishing, boating and an off-leash dog park.
River Park North
1000 Mumford Road, Greenville, NC 252-329-4560 A natural area encompassing 324 acres of land and water with 1.2 miles fronting the Tar River. Includes over 250 acres of rich bottomland forest, over 20 acres of open grassland, and four lakes covering 48 acres. Year-round fishing, hiking trails, picnicking and bird watching. Pedal boating offered seasonally with reservations. Closed Mondays. November–February 8am–5pm March–April 7am–7pm May–August 6am–8pm September–October 7am–7pm |
Science & Nature Center
1000 Mumford Road, Greenville, NC 252-329-4561 Features: North American Wildlife Exhibit Shells are Everywhere Exhibit Waterfowl of the Atlantic Flyway. Eastern NC snakes and turtles are displayed. A 10,000- gallon aquarium with live fish, a touch tank, and interactive displays are also located at the center. Tuesday–Saturday 9:30am–5pm Sunday 1pm–5pm |
Extreme Park
2000 Cedar Lane, Greenville, NC 252-329-4567 In-line skating, skateboarding, biking, and hockey. Helmet required. Monday–Friday 9am–9pm |
Off-Leash Dog Park
703 River Road, Greenville 252-329-4567 A place where dogs with their owners can socialize without being on leashes. Separate play areas for large and small dogs. |
Green Mill Run Greenway
252-329-4567 Spans from Charles Blvd. to Green Springs Park on E Fifth St., Greenville, NC A multi-use trail that spans approximately 3.5 miles. The Greenway links parks, churches, schools, the University, flood plain lands and other undeveloped natural resources within the City of Greenville. |
Recreation & Parks Departments
For information on parks, tennis courts, golf courses and other community activities, contact a local Recreation and Parks department.
Ayden Recreation & Parks Department 252-746-4152
Farmville Recreation & Parks Department 252-753-4741
Greenville Aquatics & Fitness Center 252-329-4041
Greenville Recreation & Parks Department 252-329-4567
Grifton Civic Center 252-524-3752
Winterville Recreation & Parks Department 252-756-2221
For information on parks, tennis courts, golf courses and other community activities, contact a local Recreation and Parks department.
Ayden Recreation & Parks Department 252-746-4152
Farmville Recreation & Parks Department 252-753-4741
Greenville Aquatics & Fitness Center 252-329-4041
Greenville Recreation & Parks Department 252-329-4567
Grifton Civic Center 252-524-3752
Winterville Recreation & Parks Department 252-756-2221