Durant Nature Preserve

Check out one of our Discovery Backpacks to learn more about ponds, insects, birds, animal tracking, or nature art! The Park Office loans these free of charge. They are available to be checked out during office hours.

Public restrooms are located about 200 yards down the path starting at the big orange gate in the North Parking lot.

Durant offers year-round general public programs for all ages, as well as self-guided interpretive gardens and hiking trails which highlight our unique habitats and abundance of plant and animal life.

Amenities
Durant Nature Preserve has a lot of amenities including lakes/fishing, discovery backpacks, bird garden, butterfly garden, sensory and nature play garden, and picnicking.

There are five miles of trails that explore the park's 237-acres. Hike along a stream, through hardwood and pine forests, past wildflowers and ferns, through wetlands, and alongside two lakes.

Mountain biking is allowed on designated trails only when trail surfaces are dry.

Site Rentals may include:
Campbell Lodge at 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh, NC
Campfire Circle
3 Picnic Shelters
Volleyball Court

Playground is available for 2-12 yrs old on a woodchip surface.