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Occoneechee Mountain is located about 10 miles from Durham, accessible via Exit 164 on the I-85. The mountain rises above the Eno River and is one of the most dramatic summits in the state. The Occoneechee Mountain Loop Trail will lead hikers up stairs and hills, through forests of mountain laurel and rhododendron, and even over an old stone quarry known as the Panthers Den. The rock in this quarry is unsuitable for climbers and should not be explored. For a gentler hike, the Summit Road will also lead hikers to the top, albeit with less scenery.
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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