Eno River State Park

While it’s not the most awe inspiring park around, Eno River is nice. There’s plenty of parking and a spacious picnic area. The paths in the picnic area are paved which can help if a picnic is the only thing you’re here for.

On the park itself, in the right light and weather, the river is beautiful. The sound of running water is rather calming. The hikes are easy to moderate and on the shorter side. The highlight for me was the suspension foot bridge. It’s not something found on a lot of hikes and it’s a unique experience.

Tons of rocks everywhere tons of them to climb over. Along with the suspension bridge it is tons of fun to walk over. And it is one of the best hiking spots in the triangle with tons of little streams that flow into the river with tons of those cute footbridges to cross over the streams. There are even a few swimming holes. It is a great spot to exercise any puppy.

It's quite the drive from Wilson; but, none the less, the few times we have been there, each trip was tranquil/relaxing. I find the best part of the hike is being down by the river, sitting on a fallen tree or boulder. Benches are placed along the trail, just stop have a seat and take in the serenity of it all.

Eno River state park is one of North Carolina's best state parks, and is a terrific place for all Triangle residents. It's amazing that such a seemingly isolated park is so close to Raleigh-Durham. Our family loves hiking here; you'll see new things every time you visit. It's also worth visiting during every season: there's something enjoyable to see at every point in the year. Wildlife thrives here!

Plenty of trails to walk down and through. Wish the river looked nicer this time of year....dang pollen.
Edit: Have been several times now and there are so many nice trails go walk on and a swimming hole!