We live in Durham but pop in on occasion when they have a Friday evening open house. They have lots…read moreof brochures and other materials and offer activities and free food samples on certain open house dates. The materials cover a variety of interest and activities, so there's something for everyone. Parking can be an issue since there really is not much nearby other than a tiny lot behind the building. If you can park nearby, just wander over and check it out.

Horrible place. Didn't provide good customer service. I was trying to figure out how to navigate…read moreDurham and they kept ignoring me. Don't expect good help from here.

Cliffs of the Neuse State Park is located in Seven Springs, NC. The park is named for the 90-foot…read morecliffs that overlook the Neuse River. I first stopped at the Visitor Center. I like visiting these as they are like a little museum in each state park. This visitor center was very interactive and had bright colors with the storyboards. I like that they covered the local ecology, the history of the river and also how we can help make better choices to keep the water safe. In the lobby, there are some taxidermies; you will see a black bear, an owl, a fox and a bobcat that lived in the area. When the fault formed, the water created the cliffs. The cliffs are unique in the layers formed. The white and yellow layers of sand and gravel are remnants of ancient beaches. The Atlantic Ocean once covered the area. Then the dark gray and black layers were made of clay likely deposited by ancient marshes. Between these layers are marine life, seashells, shale, and gravel. These got left behind as the sea levels rose and fell. These formations are 90 feet high and 200 feet underground. Native Americans gathered here, the Tuscarora and Saponi tribes. The river acted as a transportation route and a source of food. They used canoes to go from the coast to the inland forest. The high ground served as a lookout point, allowing them to see anyone approaching. They hunted deer and turkey. The museum has stone tools and other artifacts that were found in the area. During the Civil War, in the Battle of Whitehall (now Seven Springs), the Union soldiers used the higher ground to fight the Confederates. The Confederates were building an ironclad ship (the CSS Neuse). They thought being upriver would keep them safe from the Union ships. They had hoped to retake New Bern with it. The ship survived the battle with only minor damage and was moved to Kinston to have an engine and heavy iron armor added. (The ship can be seen at the CSS Interpretive Museum in Kinston, NC) I liked the phones available for a glimpse into the past from people who were part of the park, and the viewer glasses. The building is air-conditioned, and restrooms are available. There is a small gift shop too. The staff were friendly as they were expecting campers. There is an Overlook for a beautiful view. It is just steps away from the parking lot. The view was stunning. The signs make it easy to find from the visitor center. There are some trails to follow as well if you want to explore more.

Love this park!! In the summer you're able to swim and kayak. Trails aren't that hard and scenery…read moreis nice.

Very helpful folks at the visitor center. Well knowledgeable on local hotels and restaurants, as…read morewell as the history of Winston-Salem. Stop by and see them for information on the city.

I could shake the mayor's hand for this visitor center. It's pretty good. Probably one of the most…read moreinformative visitor centers I have visited. Very informative about the Moravians, the later settlers and the entire community. What an interesting lifestyle and craftmanship. You can watch a video and pick up some travel guides. Or grab a snack in the mini cafe. (The fudge was not so great tho. Sorry!) I think I got a comprehensive history of the entire city in just 10 minutes. And it was actually interesting rather thank bookish. Thumbs up!

Good bathroom break- we managed to stop on a Tuesday and the Visitor Center is closed on Tuesdays…read more I did love the outdoor area!

Very nice visitor center. Not big, main building just had the bathrooms which were pretty clean and…read moreincluded a family room. Grounds are well kept. A lot of room to walk around or take your dog for a walk. Small visitor center to the left and housed vending machines in the back with a variety of selections. A few shaded pavilions and there's plenty of parking. Great place to stop for a wee

Lady at the front desk was very nice, and knowledgeable about the area. Park on the South side of…read morethe building, directly across the street from the Farmers Market. The visitors center is located on the lower level.

The staff here is always incredibly friendly and helpful. Anytime I am visiting Martinsville…read morewhether it's for Nascar or visiting the beautiful lakes for fishing, I always make sure to stop in for information on new restaurants, and aquire details about any new regulations I need to be aware of on the lakes. Thanks again for all the help over the years.

We needed to stop and use the restroom and saw the signage indicating the visitors center was just…read moreoff the highway. The grounds are very well maintained and there is plenty of room to stretch your legs or walk your animals for a moment. The restrooms were very clean and well taken care of. There was a lobby area featuring a map of North Carolina to reference and a nice memorial for NC dot workers who have been killed on the job. The visitors center had a lot of pamphlets and brochures and the ladies working were very friendly and helpful. The visitors center is limited to printed materials, we did not see any other items for sale. There is a vending machine area located in a building outside. Great place for a pit stop!

This is a very nice restaurant stop. Extremely clean. Piped in music. Quick on and off.read more

I only recommend if you MUST stop. I just stopped, not sure if staff is on duty on Sunday at 5pm…read more The women restroom are not cleaned and does not appear to have been cleaned today. First rest stop I've ever made and the restrooms were dirty. Vending machines were not stocked! Not a good welcome experience to Virginia

A tardy update from early Spring. Nice to upgrade to a 5 star experience…read more The grounds clear of debris. Restrooms updated and clean and best of all the merchandise and hospitality in the visitors area. One of Virginia's best rest area.

The Old Salem Center is across the road from Old Salem proper. You can get to Old Salem via the…read moreHeritage Bridge. The visitor Center has plenty of parking. There are some historical displays and they have a gift shop.

I'm here at the Old Salem visitor center to listen to Celtic music sponsored by Muddy Creek Music…read moreHall. The room is spacious and beautiful. I sat in the front row and had the pleasure to really get connected we other the music. The musicians w wee entertaining and the music a pleasure for my ears

Falls Dam and the greenway trails around it are a great and quick escape to nature. In minutes…read moreyou'll be away from the traffic and the stress of your particular day. I hope plans to turn this into a white water park do not come about. Let nature be nature. We need it more than it needs us.

I feel so lucky to live close to the dam. I am an hobbyist photographer and the wildlife here is…read moreamazing. I have watched a Osprey dive in and catch a fish. I have seen numerous Blue Heron and have gotten pictures of them catching fish. Eastern Blue Birds, vultures, and too many other birds to count. The Neuse River Greenway Trail starts here and you can walk up and down the trail from here. There is ample parking and you will see numerous people there ready to jog, hike or bike from the parking lot. You can park at the dam during the hours it is open and hike across the dam. The place is clean and there are bathrooms and a visitors center where members of the Army Corp of Engineers will happily answer any questions that you may have. Great place and it is all free.

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