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New Hope Bottomlands Trailhead
3751 SW Durham Dr, Durham, NC 27707, United States
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Review №1

About a 1.5 mile loop--rather long considering the location. Not the most well-maintained trail. Challenging for some (apparently) to find the trailhead from Old Chapel Hill Road Park: walk between the basketball court and turf soccer field down the path (paved then dirt) until you see a small sign on the right heading into the woods--approx. 100 yards.The trail is swampy -- dont attempt unless you have tall boots or its been a dry for a few days. Be cautious of thorn bushes flanking the trail and wear lots of mosquito repellant.Otherwise its a perfectly pleasant walk. Mostly flat. Never busy.

Ca
Review №2

Finding the access point to the trail will be a nightmare for new-comers to this park, as the signage is absolutely abysmal. For those who managr to locate it, they will be treated to beautiful scenery but a very diffucult walk as the trail is nearly continuously flanked by thorn-bushes. For visitors with small children, the park itself has a nice play-ground. It is also a good place for a pick-up basketball or soccer game. Those looking to go on a nature walk should pass on this location. I recommend Sandy Creek Park trail instead. For those who want to ignore my warnings, wear bug-spray; otherwise, the mosquitoes will eat you alive.

Co
Review №3

If youre looking for somewhere to hike this is not it. Its a super short paved trail that maybe took 5 minutes to complete. If you want a short walk to a great playground though its perfect.

La
Review №4

It was great to discover a short and simple woodsy trail we never even knew was here. We had a leisurely hour-long afternoon hike.

I.
Review №5

Enjoyed a walk through the park on the way back to the car. Looks like a nice area.

Le
Review №6

A beautiful loop that weaves in and out of trees in the New Hope bottomlands.

Ph
Review №7

Its got briars and a lot of water.

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  • Address:3751 SW Durham Dr, Durham, NC 27707, United States
  • Site:http://www.newhopecreek.org/maps/githens.html
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  • Hiking area
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  • Good for kids:Yes
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