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.
Events at West Point on the Eno
One Giant Leap: 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11
Friday, July 26th, 2019
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
West Point on the Eno Environmental Education Pavilion, 5253 N. Roxboro Street
Free
On July 20, 1969 Neal Armstrong became the first human to walk on the moon. Join Durham Parks and Recreation 50 years later for an evening of fun and learning! Visit the Environmental Education Pavilion to meet with NASA ambassadors and other local experts to learn about what it took to get to the moon, and take in views of the night sky from the meadow!This event is free and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Fourth Friday FireJuly 26th, 2019
August 23rd, 2019
7 p.m.
West Point on the Eno Environmental Education Pavilion, 5253 N. Roxboro Street
FreeDurham Parks and Recreation Outdoor Recreation invites you to a Fourth Friday Fire. Learn about the wonders of nature from knowledgeable staff while sitting by the fire. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No preregistration.
West Point Park Tour
Every Saturday and Sunday (scheduled through December 7th, 2019)
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Free
Humans have changed the river; the river has changed humans. Come explore the water and floodplain. This hike will be about three miles long and will have two water crossings (the Eno River and Warren Creek), so you may want to bring water shoes. Meet at the West Point Mill.
Best for ages 10 and up.
Free, no need to register. Rain or shine.
For more information, email Cassandra.Bennett@durhamnc.gov.
Bull City Campout
Saturday, September 28th, 2019, 3 p.m., to Sunday at 7 a.m.
$8 for Durham residents, $10 for non-residents
Environmental Education Pavilion at West Point on the Eno
Whether you’re new to tent camping or an old pro, camping with your friends in Historic West Point on the Eno Park with Durham Parks and Recreation is a good time for all. Campfire stories, river exploration, night hikes, s’mores and stargazing through our telescopes are just a few of the adventures we’ll have in the park. A cookout dinner of hotdogs is provided for participants. A limited number of tents and sleeping bags are available for this event.
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by parent. Preregistration is required. Registratin starts August 1st, 2019. Register online or at any recreation center, or the administration office.
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