Come hike around Occoneechee Mountain and learn about some of the evergreen plants that we have around the mountain!
Limit: 15
Bring water and proper footwear for hiking
Call the Park Office to sign up: 919-383-1686
Masks required indoors
Posted on: Monday, August 23, 2021 - 4:34pm |
Events and Programs
Contact the park
This state natural area is managed by Eno River State Park. Contact the Eno River office for any inquiries:
919-383-1686
eno.river@ncparks.gov
Addresses
State natural area
625 Virginia Cates Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278
GPS: 36.0608, -79.1169
Eno River State Park office
6101 Cole Mill Road
Durham, NC 27705
GPS: 36.0783, -79.0050
Hours
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- November to February:
8:00am to 6:00pm
- March to April:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- May to August:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- September to October:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area does not have an on-site office. The hours for the Eno River park office are listed below:
- November to February:
Monday to Friday:
8:30am to 4:30pm
Saturday to Sunday:
9:00am to 5:00pm
- March to October:
Monday to Thursday:
8:30am to 4:30pm
Friday:
8:30am to 8:00pm
Saturday to Sunday:
9:00am to 5:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
Scheduled events
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
Date of Event:
Mon, 10/25/2021 - 10:30am to 12:00pm
Start Location:
Occoneechee Mountain Picnic Tables
Join a Ranger for a quick hike uphill to the overlook to enjoy the sunset.
Limit: 15
Bring water and proper footwear for a hike
Call the Park Office to sign up: 919-383-1686
Date of Event:
Fri, 10/29/2021 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Start Location:
Occoneechee Mountain Picnic Tables
Did you know that a group of crows is called a murder? Join a naturalist to learn all about crows, ravens, and jays.
Limit: 10
Call the Park Office to sign up: 919-383-1686
Date of Event:
Sat, 10/30/2021 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Start Location:
Occoneechee Mountain Picnic Tables
Park Maps and Brochures:
