Sunday Winter Hike Bacon Quarry

6101 Cole Mill Rd,Durham NC 27705

07 March, 2021

Description

5.8 mile guided hike to an abandoned stone quarry, being reclaimed by nature. This is the northernmost property in the Eno River State Park. Is a hardwood forest surrounding an old rock quarry, left behind from building Orange County Roads. It is a scenic, historical, and ecologically significant spot. Our guide will take us there with a combination of hiking trails and hiking through the forest. A hiking staff is strongly recommended for exploring the stony quarry. This hike includes a nearly steady 1 mile uphill and other rolling hills. Directions: Meet at Piper-Cox House off Cole Mill Road. The address is 6101 Cole Mill Rd, Durham, NC 27705. After entering the state park gate take the 2nd right to the parking lot.