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Head of Tide Park Parking

Head of Tide Park offers a hand-carry boat launch for canoes and kayaks to access the tidal section of the Cathance River, along with parking, picnic pavilions, and over 8 miles of trails for hiking.

The park features a scenic 15-foot waterfall and provides excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Open dawn to dusk with no motorized vehicles allowed; stay on marked trails and observe all posted use restrictions.


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