Eno River State Park
Trails Status
Mostly Open
Pea Creek Trail is closed due to erosion issues.
About the Park
Located in Durham and Orange counties 10 miles northwest of downtown Durham, Eno River State Parks spans across five access areas along its namesake river. The swift, but often shallow stream of the river can make for difficult paddling but provides beautiful landmarks like the Cascades. This riparian environment is popular with anglers, birdwatchers, and photographers alike. The park offers plenty of recreational opportunities just minutes from city amenities, and it is one of the state parks along the Mountains-to-Sea State Trail.
Camping at Fews Ford
- Tent sites (backpacking only)
- Group tent sites (backpacking only)
- Firewood (free to campers, as available)
Camping at Cole Mill
- Tent sites (backpacking only)
- Firewood (free to campers, as available)
There are no camping facilities at other accesses.
Activities
- Hiking (13 miles at Fews Ford, 6 miles at Cole Mill, and 11 miles at other accesses)
- Paddling
- Fishing
- Picnicking (Fews Ford and Cole Mill only)
Amenities at Fews Ford and Cole Mill
- Picnic shelters
There are no other amenities at the other accesses.
Plan Your Visit
Park Hours
|
Month |
Hours |
|---|---|
| January | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| February | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| March | 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| April | 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| May | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| June | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| July | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| August | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| September | 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| October | 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| November | 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| December | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
|
Month |
Hours |
|---|---|
| January | 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
| February | 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
| March | 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| April | 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| May | 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| June | 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| July | 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| August | 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| September | 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| October | 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| November | 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
| December | 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
|
Month |
Hours |
|---|---|
| January | 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| February | 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| March | 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
| April | 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
| May | 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| June | 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| July | 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| August | 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| September | 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| October | 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
| November | 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
| December | 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
The visitor center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
From March through October, the visitor center is open until 8 p.m. on Fridays.
Photo Gallery
Top: The Cascades at Eno, staff photo
Gallery: Turtles on a log, J. Rimmler | Piper-Cox House in the spring, D. Cook | Rocky area of the river, J. Rimmler | Trail through the woods, J. Rimmler | Eno River at Pump Station access, D. Cook