American Tobacco Trail
American Tobacco Trail
Administrative Office
2112 County Park Drive
New Hill, NC 27562
Telephone: 919-387-2117
Fax: 919-387-4349
The Wake County portion of the American Tobacco Trail is a recreational rail-trail open to walkers, runners, dog walkers, bicyclists and horseback riders. Environmental and cultural history programs are also offered. Upon completion, this rail-trail project will span 23 miles, from rural New Hill in western Wake County, through northeast Chatham County, to downtown Durham, near the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Currently, Wake County has 6.5 miles open and Durham County manages a 7.4-mile section.
Park Hours: 8 a.m.-one hour before sunset, seven days a week
Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
PLAN AHEAD!
There is no running water available along the trail, so remember to bring plenty of water for you and your pets!
Directions to parking areas
FAQ's:
The American Tobacco Trail (ATT) north from Wimberly Road to White Oak Church Road is approximately 2 miles.
The trailhead on White Oak Church Road has parking for 45 vehicles and 10 trailers.
Restroom facilities are located at the New Hill-Olive Chapel Road and White Oak Church Road trailheads!
Development of the remaining 1-mile section in Wake County (Phase III) was completed December 2006, which brings the total mileage of the Wake County section to 6.5 miles.