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Summary: The city of Rock Hill scored a home run when they created this park. It is about 70 acres and has some great trails that parallel the Catawba River and Manchester Creek. One trail is made from recycled tires and feels great when hiking it. The park also has an elevated boardwalk through the wetlands. This area of the Catawba is one of only two that is still freeflowing and the park has an excellent canoe access that will lead you 18 miles downstream to Landsford Canal State Park. Take the kids and a picnic lunch to this park and have a fun outing !! Oh yeah, be sure and take your fishing equipment. Trailhead: From I-77 in Rock Hill take the Dave Lyle Blvd exit, continue east to Red River Rd, turn left and look for Quality Dr on your right after going about 1-2 miles, the park and trailhead is at the end of the dirt & gravel road. (Lat:34.57 Lon:-80.57) Trail Guides for Rock Hill River Park: Hiking South Carolina Trails by Allen deHart (Globe-Pequot Press) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: (803) 329-5656 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by John Ghent, who has posted 12 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 2 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by John M on 2/16/2006 I travel to this park at least 3 times per year to do nature walks with groups of students. We always observe birds and other wildlife. We've even done stream studies. There is a wastewater treatment facility next door--also part of the city, and of course, something that is necessary. Sometimes there is an odor--particlarly on overcast mornings. Typically, students get used to it--I seldom notice it for more than 15 minutes. Practically all of the students who visit, enjoy their experience. I would travel to the park with someone. 
Reviewed by Jennifer on 4/9/2005 Went out this afternoon to try to get a glimpse of any of the 2 nesting pairs of Bald Eagles that are in this area. While the smell is quite strong at the 1st parking lot, if you go on down to the canoe access near the river, the smell is minimal. The main trail(with the recycled tires) was wonderful, and had many branches for other exploration. We loved it and so did our boys, 6 & 5. Didn't get to see any Eagles, but we did see 5 Great Grey Herons in flight. We will go back!! 
Reviewed by Mary W. on 9/25/2004 Visited 9/25/04. If there was something pleasant to see at this park, we didn't get that far. We parked and started toward the river, but the stench from the sewage treatment plant made us want to gag. Lauhed when I saw a picnic table about 50 yards from the sewage. There was a boardwalk part of the way, but it was covered in debris. Garbage everywhere. Grey, dead woods and swamp. And as we approached the river, we were attacked by swarms of mosquitos that seem to come from a lot of nearby standing water. We turned tail and ran back to the car to head for the Ann Springs Close Greenway (which was LOVELY). So, while this park may have been pleasant at one time, neglect has been its demise. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: South Carolina Hiking, South Carolina Trails, South Carolina Hikes, York County Hiking, York County Trails, York County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||