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West Ellerbee Creek Trail

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  2. NC
  3. …Raleigh - Durham Metro Area
  4. …Durham
  5. 17 Acre Wood
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“The western continuation of the Ellerbe Creek Trail. ”

Kevin Rumsey
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356' 109 m

High

343' 105 m

Low

9' 3 m

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14' 4 m

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Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fall Colors · River/Creek · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Daylight hours only

Description

This is a beautiful connection trail that passes through the 17 Acre Wood Preserve. It is a picturesque trail that provides great views and opportunities to explore Ellerbe Creek.

It opened in the spring of 2018 to connect Hillandale Golf Course to the Ellerbe Trail System.

Flora & Fauna

Wonderful location for exploration of both flora and fauna.

Contacts

Land Manager: Durham Parks and Recreation

Shared By:

Kevin Rumsey with improvements by Christopher Lupo
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in North Carolina

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Beginning of Wood Preserve
Jun 20, 2018 near Durham, NC
Indian Trail Park Trailhead and Kiosk
Jun 20, 2018 near Durham, NC
Ellerbee Creek
Jun 20, 2018 near Durham, NC
Crossing over Guess Road toward the rest of Ellerbee Creek Trail
Jun 20, 2018 near Durham, NC
Bridge at Westover Park
Jun 20, 2018 near Durham, NC
Looking toward the playground
Jun 20, 2018 near Durham, NC

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