Nearby Towns and in Between
Recreation Areas
Only 10 minutes north, off Orange Grove Road, Occoneechee Mountain State National Area is a great place for hiking in an area with many flora and fauna unique to it in the piedmont.
It offers a quick escape into nature with its three miles of trail exploring riverside forests, bluffs reaching to the highest point in the area and mountain laurel and rhododendron thickets. Visitors can fish in a pair of quiet ponds for bass and panfish or in the Eno River, either from the bank or by wading its shallows. Picnic grounds supply a grassy lawn and large, shading oaks. Rangers lead regular interpretive programs about the state natural area and its piedmont monadnock that supports species that are rare and significant in the region.
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Stanowa Obszar Naturalny Góry Occoneechee
625 Virginia Cates RdOnly 10 minutes north, off Orange Grove Road, Occoneechee Mountain State National Area is a great place for hiking in an area with many flora and fauna unique to it in the piedmont.
It offers a quick escape into nature with its three miles of trail exploring riverside forests, bluffs reaching to the highest point in the area and mountain laurel and rhododendron thickets. Visitors can fish in a pair of quiet ponds for bass and panfish or in the Eno River, either from the bank or by wading its shallows. Picnic grounds supply a grassy lawn and large, shading oaks. Rangers lead regular interpretive programs about the state natural area and its piedmont monadnock that supports species that are rare and significant in the region.
Blackwood Farm Park features approximately 152 acres of land located between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill. There is a historic farmhouse, barn, smokehouse, corncrib and other outbuildings, a picnic shelter, restroom, 4 miles of hiking trails, fishing (no boating). Valid fishing license required (over age 16) and artificial bait only. Also has open fields with 2 streams that flow into New Hope Creek.
Blackwood Farm Park
4215 NC-86Blackwood Farm Park features approximately 152 acres of land located between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill. There is a historic farmhouse, barn, smokehouse, corncrib and other outbuildings, a picnic shelter, restroom, 4 miles of hiking trails, fishing (no boating). Valid fishing license required (over age 16) and artificial bait only. Also has open fields with 2 streams that flow into New Hope Creek.
The George and Julia Brumley Family Nature Preserve is located in western Orange County, approximately 2 miles southeast of the town of Hillsborough. In the 1990’s, a subdivision was planned for a section of the property off of New Hope Church Road. George and Julia Brumley were passionate about land conservation and purchased the land to manage it for conservation and for traditional uses like forestry, farming, and hunting. After the Brumleys’ unfortunate passing, the Zeist Foundation sold the property in 2010 to Triangle Land Conservancy. Brumley was purchased with the help of the Clean Water Management Trust Fund, the Warner Foundation, City of Raleigh, Upper Neuse Clean Water Initiative, and the Pearson Stewart Land Opportunity Fund established through TLC’s Our Water, Our Land campaign.
Brumley Nature Preserve Northern Part
Old NC 10The George and Julia Brumley Family Nature Preserve is located in western Orange County, approximately 2 miles southeast of the town of Hillsborough. In the 1990’s, a subdivision was planned for a section of the property off of New Hope Church Road. George and Julia Brumley were passionate about land conservation and purchased the land to manage it for conservation and for traditional uses like forestry, farming, and hunting. After the Brumleys’ unfortunate passing, the Zeist Foundation sold the property in 2010 to Triangle Land Conservancy. Brumley was purchased with the help of the Clean Water Management Trust Fund, the Warner Foundation, City of Raleigh, Upper Neuse Clean Water Initiative, and the Pearson Stewart Land Opportunity Fund established through TLC’s Our Water, Our Land campaign.
At TLC’s 296-acre Johnston Mill Nature Preserve you’ll find many of the same natural attributes as you will at its bigger, better-known neighbors Eno River State Park and Duke Forest, minus the crowds.
Take New Hope Creek, a two-mile stretch of which meanders through the northeast portion of the preserve. Like the larger Eno, it has rocky sections reminiscent of a mountain creek as well as placid, reflective stretches. You can enjoy nearly the entire run of New Hope Creek on Robin’s Trail, the waterway’s constant companion.
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Johnston Mill Nature Preserve
2713 Mt Sinai RdAt TLC’s 296-acre Johnston Mill Nature Preserve you’ll find many of the same natural attributes as you will at its bigger, better-known neighbors Eno River State Park and Duke Forest, minus the crowds.
Take New Hope Creek, a two-mile stretch of which meanders through the northeast portion of the preserve. Like the larger Eno, it has rocky sections reminiscent of a mountain creek as well as placid, reflective stretches. You can enjoy nearly the entire run of New Hope Creek on Robin’s Trail, the waterway’s constant companion.
Riverwalk is a paved, accessible, urban greenway that stretches about 1.8 miles along the Eno River between Gold Park in West Hillsborough and trails east of town. It is a popular trail for walking, jogging, and cycling, and provides pedestrian connections between several neighborhoods. The trail is easy, mostly flat, and hosts beautiful views from the banks of the Eno River. The greenway’s downtown portion is the primary route of N.C. Mountains-to-Sea Trail, and the first section of the statewide trail system to be constructed in Orange County. Riverwalk also is one of the few sections of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail located in an urban environment, giving users easy access to restrooms, restaurants and shopping.
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Riverwalk
Hillsborough RiverwalkRiverwalk is a paved, accessible, urban greenway that stretches about 1.8 miles along the Eno River between Gold Park in West Hillsborough and trails east of town. It is a popular trail for walking, jogging, and cycling, and provides pedestrian connections between several neighborhoods. The trail is easy, mostly flat, and hosts beautiful views from the banks of the Eno River. The greenway’s downtown portion is the primary route of N.C. Mountains-to-Sea Trail, and the first section of the statewide trail system to be constructed in Orange County. Riverwalk also is one of the few sections of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail located in an urban environment, giving users easy access to restrooms, restaurants and shopping.
Poet’s Walk is a one-mile walking trail that meanders through the woodlands and pastures surrounding the Ayr Mount Historic Site. It sweeps alongside the banks of the Eno River, creating serene riverside lookouts, and features views of the Kirkland family cemetery, the old tavern foundation, and Hillsborough’s Old Indian Trading Path. A walk, run or stroll on the trail is perfect for history buffs, dog walkers and nature enthusiasts alike.
Poet's Walk
Poet's WalkPoet’s Walk is a one-mile walking trail that meanders through the woodlands and pastures surrounding the Ayr Mount Historic Site. It sweeps alongside the banks of the Eno River, creating serene riverside lookouts, and features views of the Kirkland family cemetery, the old tavern foundation, and Hillsborough’s Old Indian Trading Path. A walk, run or stroll on the trail is perfect for history buffs, dog walkers and nature enthusiasts alike.
The Occoneechee Speedway Trail is a walking trail through natural and cultural history. The original track was a half-mile horse track built by Julian S. Carr for Occoneechee Farms. It was later expanded and used by NASCAR. This 44-acre site was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in May 2002.
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Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trailhead
320 Elizabeth Brady RdThe Occoneechee Speedway Trail is a walking trail through natural and cultural history. The original track was a half-mile horse track built by Julian S. Carr for Occoneechee Farms. It was later expanded and used by NASCAR. This 44-acre site was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in May 2002.
Stepping onto an Eno River trail is a journey into tranquility. Follow the river bank, journey through the woodlands, or hike a short nature trail for a close look at Eno River State Park. Go up Cox Mountain for a challenging climb through scenic hardwood forest. Travel the Bobbitt Hole Trail to one of the most scenic spots on the river, where water rushes over rocks and greenery hangs from stone-lined bluffs. Eno River has almost 28 miles of trail to take you into the heart of nature. All trails are blazed and signed.
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Park stanowy Eno River
6101 Cole Mill RdStepping onto an Eno River trail is a journey into tranquility. Follow the river bank, journey through the woodlands, or hike a short nature trail for a close look at Eno River State Park. Go up Cox Mountain for a challenging climb through scenic hardwood forest. Travel the Bobbitt Hole Trail to one of the most scenic spots on the river, where water rushes over rocks and greenery hangs from stone-lined bluffs. Eno River has almost 28 miles of trail to take you into the heart of nature. All trails are blazed and signed.
Our Property
Our guests are welcome to walk the ~1/2 mile trail around our hilly, wooded land that includes a pond and that on the north side borders New Hope Creek. One circuit usually takes about 10 minutes to walk.
Boulder Run Road
Boulder Run RoadOur guests are welcome to walk the ~1/2 mile trail around our hilly, wooded land that includes a pond and that on the north side borders New Hope Creek. One circuit usually takes about 10 minutes to walk.
15 minutes north
Hillsborough was founded in 1754 and was an early Piedmont colonial town where court was held, The North Carolina Provincial Congress met in Hillsborough from August 20–September 10, 1775, at the outset of the American Revolution. The North Carolina General Assembly met here in 1778, 1782, and 1783. The town was also the site of the first North Carolina ratifying convention, which met July 21–August 2, 1788 to deliberate and determine whether or not to ratify the Constitution recommended to the states by the Constitutional Convention held in Philadelphia the previous summer.
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Hillsborough
Hillsborough was founded in 1754 and was an early Piedmont colonial town where court was held, The North Carolina Provincial Congress met in Hillsborough from August 20–September 10, 1775, at the outset of the American Revolution. The North Carolina General Assembly met here in 1778, 1782, and 1783. The town was also the site of the first North Carolina ratifying convention, which met July 21–August 2, 1788 to deliberate and determine whether or not to ratify the Constitution recommended to the states by the Constitutional Convention held in Philadelphia the previous summer.
Sightseeing, Hillsborough
Ayr Mount is a Federal-era plantation house built in 1815 in Hillsborough, North Carolina by William Kirkland. Kirkland, named the house in honor of his birthplace, Ayr, Scotland. Unlike the other houses in the Classical American Homes Preservation Trust collection, Ayr Mount looks deceptively simple, even austere on the outside. There are no soaring columns proclaiming its classicism. On the other hand, Ayr Mount is far grander – especially in the interior – than one might expect from a first look at the exterior.
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Ayr Mount
376 Saint Marys RoadAyr Mount is a Federal-era plantation house built in 1815 in Hillsborough, North Carolina by William Kirkland. Kirkland, named the house in honor of his birthplace, Ayr, Scotland. Unlike the other houses in the Classical American Homes Preservation Trust collection, Ayr Mount looks deceptively simple, even austere on the outside. There are no soaring columns proclaiming its classicism. On the other hand, Ayr Mount is far grander – especially in the interior – than one might expect from a first look at the exterior.
This 1844 Greek-revival building was designed and built by local builder John Berry. The courthouse is still in use for county judicial business.
Open to public for FREE visits.
The courthouse lawn is home to many outdoor musical performances and festivals and acts as ‘town square’ in many respects.
Orange County Courthouse
106 E Margaret LnThis 1844 Greek-revival building was designed and built by local builder John Berry. The courthouse is still in use for county judicial business.
Open to public for FREE visits.
The courthouse lawn is home to many outdoor musical performances and festivals and acts as ‘town square’ in many respects.
There are numerous historical markers all around Hillsborough, and checking them out online as you walk around downtown Hillsborough may provide a new historical perspective about the area.
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Hillsborough
There are numerous historical markers all around Hillsborough, and checking them out online as you walk around downtown Hillsborough may provide a new historical perspective about the area.
Orange County Historical Museum
201 N Churton StHistorical Markers, Hillsborough
There are numerous historical markers around Hillsborough; and as you walk around town, checking out where they lead you online can provide a broader perspective on this small but historically important town.
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Hillsborough
There are numerous historical markers around Hillsborough; and as you walk around town, checking out where they lead you online can provide a broader perspective on this small but historically important town.
Food scene, Hillsborough
For nearly two centuries, The Colonial Inn has stood as an iconic cornerstone of downtown Historic Hillsborough. After years of waiting, extensive restoration and renovation projects have been completed, and it is again open as both an inn and a restaurant.
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The Colonial Inn
153 W King StFor nearly two centuries, The Colonial Inn has stood as an iconic cornerstone of downtown Historic Hillsborough. After years of waiting, extensive restoration and renovation projects have been completed, and it is again open as both an inn and a restaurant.
In downtown Hillsborough there are numerous popular restaurants, shops, and art galleries.
North Churton Street
North Churton StreetIn downtown Hillsborough there are numerous popular restaurants, shops, and art galleries.
15 minutes south
Chapel Hill