![]() ![]() Most people put in at Few’s Ford and travel down to Pleasant Green. You have to wait for a good rain, otherwise, the water levels are too low. Rumor is that you can kayak along the river at Eno River State Park, but honestly, it’s difficult. You may also be interested in other Great Places to Hike in the Triangle for Families and Beginners. Jump to details on Eno River State Park Trails. For a real workout, head to the Few’s Ford entrance and hike the Cox Mountain Trail. If you’re looking for an easy hike, Cole Mill Access has the best options. With 18 trails from easy to moderate, almost anyone can come out and enjoy the park. In the summer, if the water levels are low enough, kids enjoy wading the water at Few’s Ford.ĭon’t see your activity here? Check out our NC State Parks by location and Activity, or Discover North Carolina’s State Parks. You can kayak, hike, camp, have a picnic, or swim in Bobbitt’s hole. It’s one of the best places to get outdoors in NC, especially if you live in the Triangle area. Things to Do at Eno River State ParkĮno River State Park offers several outdoor activities. The Pump Station Trail links to Laurel Bluffs. The only parking at Pump Station is alongside the road. ![]() You could also use this entrance to connect with Laurel Bluffs and continue to Guess Rd or Pleasant Green. It’s a pretty place, great to relax and practice your photography. This is a simple parking lot with easy access to the quarry which is a small body of water. Honestly, I’m not sure if it’s Cabe Lands or Cabelands, signs on maps and the website vary. You can also reach the far side of Bobbitt Hole Swim Hole from this trail. Laurel Bluffs intersects with Pump Station, Cabelands, and Eno Quarry Trails. The MST is an 1175-mile trail that goes from the mountains of NC to the coast. It’s the start of the Laurel Bluffs Trail which is also part of the Mountains to Sea Trail (MST). Pleasant Green is a small parking lot for 10-12 cars. Pea Creek Trail has been closed for years due to erosion and it’s the only access to Dunnagan Trail, effectively closing that trail too. You have access to Cole Mill Trail which leads to Bobbitt Hole Trail and Bobbitt Hole swimming hole. I like to park in the lot furthest back, but grab any spot you can find. At the traffic light, the road name changes on the other side to Umstead Rd.Īs you drive into the park, there are two parking lots with spots along the right. The Cole Mill Entrance is off Old Cole Mill Road. ![]() There are restrooms with flush toilets in this area and several picnic tables. The entrance road dead ends at the last parking lot which is access to Cox Mountain and Fanny Ford Trails. This lot is smaller and provides access to Few’s Ford and Buckquarter Creek Trail.įrom Buckquarter Creek Trail, you have access to Holden Mill, Fieldstone, Ridge, Knight, and Shakori Trails. If you continue down the road, there’s an almost unnoticeable right turn for the Piper Cox house. (A new center is being built further up the road). There are three parking lots when you enter, the first right turn is to the current Visitor Center where there is parking around the traffic circle. If you’re camping, you’ll need to stop by and pick up a car tag. The Few’s Ford entrance is home to the Visitor Center. While there are back ways in, mainly used by residents in adjacent neighborhoods, these are official entrances. There are five designated entrances to Eno River State Park. The water level is usually low enough to be safe for kids. Few’s Ford is a popular place for cooling off in the summer. Eno River State Park has two fords, Fanny’s Ford, and Few’s Ford. You’ll hear people say, “we’re heading to Few’s Ford so the kids can get in the water,” and you’re wondering what they mean.Ī ford is just a shallow area of water where you can cross a river or stream on foot, or via a vehicle. What’s a Ford?īefore I get into the park itself, let’s address fords (not the cars). Only 10 minutes from downtown Durham, Eno River State Park is an oasis in the middle of the city. Elevation gains are mild, but the terrain can be a cushy bed of pine needles, or an area full of tree roots. Most of the hiking trails are easy to moderate, mainly due to uneven terrain and mileage. Only three entrances connect via the trails, Pleasant Green, Cabelands, and Pump Station. Thanks to its five separate entrances, the park can be confusing for first-timers. It doesn’t mean anything, but they’re fun to see. ![]() The park takes its name from the Eno River which you’ll see winding from almost every trail.īecause the Eno River State Park sits on a county line, you may see signs letting you know you’re “entering Orange” (or Durham) county. If the weather is good and I’m not traveling or backpacking, I’m probably at Eno. Eno River State Park in Durham, NC is a local go-to when people want to get outside. ![]()
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