Neuseway Nature Park

Neuseway Nature Park Welcome to the Neuseway Nature Park and Ellis Planetarium. Our 55 acre park along the Neuse River is where space and nature meet.

We have interactive science exhibits, numerous indigenous North Carolina plants and animals, train rides, and much much more. Our park is a great place to explore or host your next event. Come check us out and call for more information.

-Ellis Planetarium/Health and Science Museum
-Exchange Nature Center
-Big Daddy Express Railroad-Closed for Winter
-Campground
-Playground
-Meeting Room

Two events in one day? Double the fun! Meet you next Saturday morning down at the catfish pond for Kid's Fishing Day fol...
05/31/2026

Two events in one day? Double the fun! Meet you next Saturday morning down at the catfish pond for Kid's Fishing Day followed by an afternoon of fun the parks 30th Birthday with Flimsy, awesome participants, Kinston Host Lions Club hot dogs, drawings and cake! 

Kids fishing day coming soon! Don't miss it! We also invite you to stay after the event for Neuseway Nature Park's 30th ...
05/27/2026

Kids fishing day coming soon! Don't miss it! We also invite you to stay after the event for Neuseway Nature Park's 30th birthday! Flimsy will be there, along with some fabulous participants.  Hotdogs and cake will be the remedy for hungry bellies! 

🎣 SATURDAY JUNE 6th - 𝗟𝗘𝗧’𝗦 𝗚𝗢 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗡’ 🎣
Mark your calendars — Saturday, June 6th at Neuseway Nature Park is shaping up to be an awesome day on the water! Neuse Sport Shop is fired up to help support a fun-filled fishing event for the kids and community. Whether you’ve got a seasoned young angler or a first-time caster, this is the perfect chance to get outside and make some memories.
𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄:
🐟Kids under 15 can register for a chance to win great prizes.
🐟No fishing license required — everyone can fish!
🐟Limited loaner rods available (but bring your own if you’ve got one).
🐟Registration + loaner rods at the catfish pond dock.
🐟Free bait provided by Neuse Sport Shop!
📞 For more information: 252-939-3367
📧 [email protected]

More fun right around the corner! Come out June 6th for Kids Fishing Day from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM followed by Neusewa...
05/24/2026

More fun right around the corner! Come out June 6th for Kids Fishing Day from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM followed by Neuseway nature Park 30th anniversary from 1:00-4:00 with Flimsy, hotdogs, games and birthday cake for all!

Stunning giant leopard moth (hypercompe scribonia) spotted behind the Planetarium ❤️
05/23/2026

Stunning giant leopard moth (hypercompe scribonia) spotted behind the Planetarium ❤️

Nice job Bobby!
05/21/2026

Nice job Bobby!

05/20/2026

She's almost dried up! Ready for the rain!

We have a wonderful day of fun lined up for Saturday, June 6th! Kids Fishing Day will run from 9:00 to 12:00 followed by...
05/18/2026

We have a wonderful day of fun lined up for Saturday, June 6th! Kids Fishing Day will run from 9:00 to 12:00 followed by Neuseway Nature Park 30th Anniversary Party from 1:00 - 4:00. Put it on your calendar and share with your friends. 

Neuseway Nature Park participated in Day in the Park at Bill Faye Park today. Loved speaking to many of you! We love bei...
05/16/2026

Neuseway Nature Park participated in Day in the Park at Bill Faye Park today. Loved speaking to many of you! We love being part of the "Parks" in Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Dept. 🏞️🐍🪐🌳

Address

401 W Caswell Street
Kinston, NC
28504

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(252) 939-3367

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