Come out and let your kids fish in Occoneechee’s ponds.
*Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please call 919-383-1686 to register!
Events and Programs
Park Maps and Brochures:
Events and Programs
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:
Wed, 11/14/2018 - 2:00pm
Start Location:
Occoneechee parking lot
Before you stuff yourselves in the name of community love and togetherness, join a park ranger for a comfortable trip in a canoe. This program requires folks to be at least 5 years of age. Sign up early and let us know what size life jacket you will need. Registration is required.
**Bring water, sunscreen and lunch.
Please call 919-383-1686 to register!
Date of Event:
Wed, 11/21/2018 - 10:00am
Start Location:
Eno Mountain Rd. Bridge.
Come and learn about Occoneechee Mountain’s geologic wonders. Explore the pyrophyllite quarry with a real geologist.
**Bring hiking shoes and water.
**Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please call the park office to register!
919-383-1686
Date of Event:
Sat, 11/24/2018 - 2:00pm
Start Location:
Occoneechee parking lot
A night hike program for all ages complete with games for the young-at-heart, and a true dark experience.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Date of Event:
Sat, 11/24/2018 - 5:00pm
Start Location:
Occoneechee parking Lot
Contact:
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
625 Virginia Cates Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278Phone919-383-1686
eno.river@ncparks.gov
Latitude: 36.060835
Longitude: -79.116900
November - February: 8am - 6pm
March, April, October, and September: 8am - 8pm
May - August: 8am - 9pm
Closed Christmas Day
Park Office
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area does not have an office. Please contact the office at Eno River State Park for information at 919- 383-1686.