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Johnston Mill Nature Preserve

Overview: Johnston Mill Nature Preserve is rated 4.7/5 from 307 Google reviews. This nature preserve offers a variety of trails with different durations, including some with inclines and steps, and wooded sections with pastures. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.

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4.7(307 reviews)

Overview: Johnston Mill Nature Preserve is rated 4.7/5 from 307 Google reviews. This nature preserve offers a variety of trails with different durations, including some with inclines and steps, and wooded sections with pastures. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.

People say this nature preserve offers a variety of trails with different durations, including some with inclines and steps, and wooded sections with pastures. They highlight the peaceful vibe, with the sounds of birds and small animals, and the well-maintained trails. They also like the clearly marked trails, good parking, and dog-friendly environment.

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general off-leash exercise

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Address2713 Mt Sinai Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Phone(919) 908-8809
City pageChapel Hill
Imported fromChapel Hill, NC

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Cyrus Asgari7 months ago

It's a beautiful trail. I loved it very much. One downside is that there literally needs to be a parking sign (like actually park so others can back up without hitting them from behind) because there were multiple cars, most of them vans or SUVs parked in the parking area but on the side/curb and it appeared they came right before we were finished, so backing up was a PAIN when we were done. It took you us 15 mins to actually safely back up and exit the parking lot. (Our car has a back up camera and my partner had to guide me, but literally had inches of space to spare) Please, either park where others can exit the preserve without issues or find a different place to park. It's really inconsiderate and inconvenient for everyone else. Otherwise, it was wonderful and will come back.

Agatha Donkar Lund3 years ago

Walked almost all the trails this morning. Lovely 3+ miles. Unfortunately not at all accessible, as trails are dirt and the wooded trails are very heavily covered with roots and divots, but easily navigated by folks without mobility issues. Well marked and lovely to look at. Parking was very full when we left at about 12:15 so recommend going earlier in the mornings if possible for you.

Lauren5 months ago

Super lovely place to walk with some bridges, water, and wooden steps. Lots of long, expansive trails with great views. Clearly marked, good parking, dog friendly. Would definitely recommend.

Eric3 months ago

I went today! The place was really nice. There wasn't much people at all. All the people I met/passed by were very friendly! It was a really nice place. It felt so peaceful, listening to the birds and the small animals rustling in the bushes.

James Goerke5 years ago

The trail is well maintained and wide so it’s good for kids. There’s really only One slippery part for young ones but folks have put boards and rocks to step on and it’s small enough to lift small ones over it. Peaceful and lots of good picture opportunities.

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  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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