River Park :

 

River Park

Location:  1782 Quality Circle
Park Hours: Open Daily
       8 am-6 pm. Oct. – Feb.
       8 am - 8 pm. Mar.- Sept.
Park Information:  803/329-5620
Park Rules


Everyone can enjoy River Park's environmentally sensitive 70 acres on the pristine Catawba River. Several miles of wooded trails, including handicapped accessible trails, wander through the park and along the scenic river. You can enjoy a picnic while observing plants, birds and animals in a peaceful undisturbed setting. 

River Park is the perfect setting to learn about the delicate balance between man and our natural resources. Frequent visitors to the park include scout troops and school groups.  River Park is the location for many of the Environmental Education classes offered by PRT including the Leopold Education Project.  Paddling enthusiasts make use of the kayak/ canoe access for outings with friends or for planned paddles through PRT’s popular Paddling Program.  As the park continues to grow, the unique natural habitat will always be respected. 

There is no admission fee for the general use of the park.

Park Features:
   Wooded walking trails – over 3.5 miles includes:
            Wetlands trail – boardwalk trail through wetlands area; handicapped accessible
            River trail – trail along the Catawba River with rubberized surface; handicapped accessible
           Waterford trail – trail connecting River Park to the Waterford Business Park
   Kayak / Canoe launch
   Restroom
   Picnic tables
   Outdoor classroom
   Outdoor shelter
            Picnic table seating for 40

Programs & Services:
Environmental Education
Paddling Program
Extreme Adventure Camp
Outdoor Recreation Schedule

Large groups and those wishing to hold a special event at the park may need approval from the City of Rock Hill’s Special Events Committee.

Video or photography at the park for commercial or political purposes requires special arrangements.  Call John Taylor at 803/329-8773 to discuss your video/ photography project.

Volunteers
PRT often relies on the support of volunteers to help with activities in Rock Hill parks.  At River Park, the River Buddies group meets one Saturday a month to perform park maintenance and beautification activities. To join the River Buddies at their next gathering, contact Tom Bell at 803/329-5632 for details.