Address: | 1001 Ben Johnston Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA |
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Postal code: | 27278 |
Phone: | (919) 732-1270 |
Website: | http://www.ci.hillsborough.nc.us/ |
Monday: | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
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Tuesday: | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Wednesday: | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Thursday: | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Friday: | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Saturday: | 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM |
Sunday: | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Great “get-away” spot on the Eno River for kayaking or canoeing. If your timing is right, you might see Amtrack or a freight train pass overhead. About a 100 yd. walk from the parking lot to the kayak launch. Two river options upstream.
We use this park to access the Eno for kayaking. There is a very accessible kayak access launch. Beautiful paddle along the river in either direction (need to portage around the dam if heading to town)
FYI this is not a park with playground equipment or for sports. It is just a few quiet trails along the river. It covers a few acres. Great for a quick walk and a picnic.
A few short trails, some great fishing, a wonderful old bridge and the old carriage road to Salisbury. Parking is p5retty limited, but the good news is not many people visit, so its never a problem. trails are easy and well maintained. Head to the North side of Ben Johnson rd and you'll find the better trails and a bench nicely situated for watching the water and the wonderful old deck truss railroad bridge thats over 150 years old - watch it rumble as modern Amtrack and freight trails roll overhead!