J. Bayard Clark Park & Nature Center
About
Cape Fear River Trail Nature Center
J. Bayard Clark Park & Nature Center is a City of Fayetteville park located along the Cape Fear River Trail. The site combines natural woodlands with an indoor nature center for hands-on learning, run by Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation.
Family Programs
Nature programming for families and school groups across both indoor exhibits and outdoor trails. Programs include:
- Scavenger hunts
- Kid in Parks activities
- Campfire and seasonal events
- Native-species nature exhibits
What's Included
- Free admission
- Nature center building with exhibits
- Trail access to Cape Fear River
- Open Monday-Friday 10-4 (closed weekends)
Experience
Best stop for families with elementary-aged kids who want to combine an indoor learning visit with a short hike. Plan around the weekday hours; great for school field trips and homeschool groups.