Overview
William B. Umstead State Park has 34 miles of trails on nearly 6,000 acres in the heart of the Triangle. The park is a popular destination for joggers, cyclists and families. A variety of activities are allowed including hiking, cycling, camping, picnicking, fishing, horseback riding, boating and canoeing.
Wildlife
White-tailed deer, beavers, chipmunks, squirrels, raccoons, fish, freshwater mussels, crayfish, snakes, turtles, frogs, toads, songbirds, ducks, hawks, owls, blue-tailed skinks, butterflies, dragonflies, and damselflies.
Plant Life
Mountain laurel, rhododendrons, mushrooms, azaleas, wildflowers, honeysuckles, wisteria, sassafras, sumac, poison oak, poison ivy, river birches, ironwoods, dogwoods, eastern red cedars, beech trees, oak trees, pine trees, red maples, black walnuts, yellow poplars, southern magnolias, and eastern redbuds.
Landmarks
Company Mill Site
Location
There are two sections of the park. Crabtree Creek section, which includes the visitor's center, is located off of Hwy 70. From Durham, take I-40E to I-540 exit, then take the Hwy 70W exit. The park will be a couple miles down to your right. The Reedy Creek section is located off of I-40. From Durham, take I-40E to the Harrison Ave exit. Harrison Ave will take you into the park.
Hours
Park Hours:
8 AM - 9 PM June - Aug
8 AM - 8 PM May, Sept, & April
8:AM - 7 PM Oct & March
8 AM - 6 PM Nov - Feb
Visitor Center Hours:
9 AM - 6 PM March-Oct
8 AM - 5 PM Nov-Feb
Closed on December 25th
Park Office Hours:
8 AM - 5 PM March-Oct
Closed December 25th.
External Links 
Official Site
The Umstead Coalition
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