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Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area


category : State Parks
This 190-acre state natural area includes covers most of Occoneechee Mountain with an 867-foot-high summit, part of the Eno River, hiking trails, scenic overlooks and two fishing ponds. There is a park ranger on site. Historic and nature-related educational programs are available.




Address:
Virginia Cates Rd.
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: (919)383-1686
Our Email: eno.river@ncmail.net
Our Website:ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/ocmo/home.html

Come visit us in Hillsborough, North Carolina

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Historic Hillsborough Guided Tours

Departs from the Orange County Visitors Center at 150 E. King Street. 60-90 minutes walking and step-on bus tours through Hillsborough's historic distric. See historic homes, churches and cemeteries. Call for appointment.

Hillsborough, NC Tours

Pizza Hut

Pizza, Italian entrees, sandwiches and salads.

Hillsborough, NC Businesses

Tony's Barbecue

Serves mild barbecue and breakfast plates. Also specializes in country ham biscuits and lunch specials, plus ice cream, sundaes and milkshakes.

Hillsborough, NC Businesses

Casa Ibarra

Authentic Mexican food. Specializes in flavorful south-of-the-border cuisine and offers traditional Mexican beverages. Live music on the weekend.

Hillsborough, NC Other Attractions

Saratoga Grill

Charming second-story restaurant in the heart of historic Hillsborough, specializing in grilled seafood, but also offering other entrees.

Hillsborough, NC Businesses

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