Botanizing at Occoneechee Mountain
Date: Sat, Oct 31, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Venue: Occoneechee Mountain, Durham
Price: $38
Category: Outdoors
This North Carolina State Natural Area is a gem, with a diversity of natural plant and animal communities not found anywhere else in the Triangle region. Join Paul Manos, Duke biology professor and Duke Herbarium curator, and Alec Motten, professor emeritus, Duke University Department of Biology, on a two- to three-mile mountain hike of moderate difficulty. Both Alec and Paul bring a deep expertise in plants and ecology; they will “read” the landscape and give you a unique view of Occoneechee Mountain. Please wear comfortable clothes and good walking shoes. Bring a lunch and beverage to enjoy and continue the conversation after the hike. Fee: $38; 20% discount for Duke Gardens members with discount code. Parking: Free parking available. Location: Occoneechee Mountain. Driving directions will be sent with the reminder for participants to meet at the site. Accessibility: This will be a small group program that takes place outdoors traveling on unpaved paths with some uneven surfaces and steep inclines. This walk includes a ~400’ elevation gain from the Eno River to the viewpoint.
