West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham.
Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno.
West Point on the Eno features:
- Boating
- Greenway/trail access
- Grill
- Picnic shelter
- Picnic table
- Recreation center
- Restrooms
- Water fountain
Several historic buildings are available to tour, including:
- The Grist Mill
- The 1850s McCown-Mangum House
- Hugh Mangum Museum of Photography
The historic buildings are open and free to visit on Saturdays and Sundays, from April to Mid-December, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
There’s also an amphitheater that is used for festivals, concerts, and more. It can accommodate up to 4,000 people.
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Coming up at West Point on the Eno
To find other events at West Point on the Eno, go to the Durham Park & Recreation activity guide search page.
Click on “Where” and then on “West Point on the Eno”
Here’s some of what’s listed, but you should check for updates. Also, make sure to enroll in the events you’re interested in.
West Point Park Tour
Saturdays in June, July, August, 2022
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Free
This is a new, special park tours that will introduce audiences to previously unexamined topics of West Point history. Each month will feature a new topic ranging from the history and culture of alcohol use in the region and at West Point on the Eno to the view of history through the lens of the women of West Point.
West Point on the Eno Special Tour: Military History
Every Saturday and Sunday in June, 2022
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Free
Did you know that the largest surrender of Confederate troops happened only miles away from West Point on the Eno? Each Saturday and Sunday in June to explore what the end of the Civil War may have been like for the folks who lived in and around this community.
Summer Solstice Sunrise Hike
Tuesday, June 21st, 2022
6 to 7 a.m.
Free (register at above link)
All ages
Celebrate the longest day of year by getting outdoors with DPR! We will hike at West Point on the Eno and enjoy a sunset over the forest and river. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Preregistration is required for all participants.
Nature Hike
Saturday, July 16th, 2022
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free (register at above link)
Ages 10+
Explore the trails around West Point on the Eno while learning about the history or nature around us. Participants are encouraged to bring water and wear sturdy hiking shoes as some hikes can cover up to 3 miles. Dogs are generally allowed unless the specific hike includes entry to the historic building(s). Contact caitlin.avinger@durhamnc.gov for specific hike details. Registration required.
Stargazing Series: Saturn at Opposition
Saturday, August 13th, 2022
11 p.m.
Free
All ages
Come take a look at the ringed planet as it will be brighter than any other time of the year. Use a high-powered telescopes. Saturn will be its closest to the Earth and fully illuminated by the Sun. No preregistration required.
Stargazing Series: Jupiter Viewing
Saturday, September 24th, 2022
10:30 p.m. to midnight
Free
All ages
Join DPR Outdoor Recreation at the Environmental Education Pavilion as they view the fifth planet from the sun! Learn about Jupiter with our knowledgeable staff and look through high-powered binoculars and telescopes for high-quality viewing. This program will feature astronomers from NASA and DPR. Dress for the weather. No cost, no preregistration required.
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
We make every effort to make sure that everything on Triangle on the Cheap is 100% accurate.
However, sometimes things change without notice, and it's also possible that we can make a mistake.
Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
