Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of … [Read more...] about Historic Yates Mill County Park: Guided hikes, stories for kids, history programs, more…
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First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
Every year, North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. We are listing some of them below, but please check with ncparks.gov/events for more events. You should feel free to take your own hike too! Check out our photo guide to hiking in N.C. State Parks. First Day Hike at Jordan Lake State Recreation AreaMonday, January 1st, 202410 a.m. to 12 p.m.Ebenezer Church … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
Summer Solstice Trail Walk in Morrisville
Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is leading a Summer Solstice Trail Walk on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Morrisville Community Park Shelter, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC. This is part of the Town of Morrisville's NC Year Year of the Trail celebration. This will be a group guided walk on the Hatcher Creek Greenway. The walk will … [Read more...] about Summer Solstice Trail Walk in Morrisville
First Day Outdoors — Guided Hikes on January 1
The Great Trails State Coalition has announced the launch of the 2023 North Carolina Year of the Trail campaign, which will celebrate and draw attention to North Carolina’s vast network of trails, greenways, and blueways. North Carolina Year of the Trail is the largest statewide celebration of trails and outdoor recreation in state history, and it aims to firmly establish North Carolina as … [Read more...] about First Day Outdoors — Guided Hikes on January 1
Free Fall Foliage Tours in Wake Forest
Explore the vibrant colors of the leaves at Joyner Park in Wake Forest on guided walking tours on November 9th and 12th, 2022. Urban Forestry coordinator Luke Devores is leading Fall Foliage Tours on: Wednesday, November 9th, 2022, at 10 a.m.Wednesday, November 9th, 2022, at 2 p.m.Saturday, November 12th, 2022, at 12 p.m.Saturday, November 12th, 2022, at 2 p.m. There's no cost for the … [Read more...] about Free Fall Foliage Tours in Wake Forest
Turkey Trot — guided hike in Eno River State Park on Thanksgiving
Many North Carolina State Parks usually offer Thanksgiving Weekend hikes and nature programs. These programs are a great way to enjoy the outdoors and make the most of the weekend. The hikes vary in difficulty. These are free events. Make sure to follow the links to register, if necessary. So far, this is the only hike announced for a state park in the Triangle, but we will update if more … [Read more...] about Turkey Trot — guided hike in Eno River State Park on Thanksgiving
Lovers’ Night Hike at Durant Nature Preserve
Here's a different way to celebrate Valentine's Day. Go on the Lovers' Night Hike at Durant Nature Preserve, 8305 Camp Durant Road, Raleigh, on Thursday, February 13th, 2020, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The cost is $5 per person and you need to reserve your spot by visiting RecLink and searching for barcode 249947. This event is for ages 16 and older. The trails will be lined with luminaries … [Read more...] about Lovers’ Night Hike at Durant Nature Preserve
