HIKE AT OCCONECHEE MOUNTAIN! KID FRIENDLY EVENT!

High scenic views and mountain trails await you at Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area. This Piedmont monadnock has been recognized as one of the most important natural areas in the Triangle. It is the highest point in Orange County at 867 feet, and the oak forest, pond, field, heath bluff, and river habitats found on the mountain support species that are rare and significant in this region. With 190 acres of land and nearly three miles of trails, visitors can experience a wide variety of the area's natural surroundings and wildlife. Please note: There is an elevation Gain of 250 feet in one section of the trail. LOOP IS APPROX. 3 MILES. This hike will be at at 3:00pm (park is located in Hillsborough). We will start PROMPTLY at 3:15! I estimate about 1.5 hours to complete depending on how often people want to stop. My kids have hiked this with me and they love it! Be sure to wear stable shoes and bring water. There are a lot of roots, outcroppings and rocks! I WILL TIE A BALLOON AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE PARK! Dinner downtown Hillsborough afterwards! Directions: To reach Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area from I-85, take exit 164. Turn right traveling north on Churton Street, and turn left at the next traffic light onto Mayo Street. At the next stop sign, turn left onto Orange Grove Road. Turn at the second right on to Virginia Cates Road, and follow the signs to the parking area. My cell phone number is 919-280-0954