‘Year of the Trail': New nature trails opening in 2023

ORANGE COUNTY, N.C. — Outdoor organizations across the state are preparing for a big milestone in the new year. Next year is officially designated as the 'Year of the Trail' in North Carolina. It will mark 50 years since the North Carolina Trails System Act was signed, helping the state plan, develop and manage nature trails. The Eno River Association is one organization that's working to open a new trail just in time to celebrate the milestone. What You Need To Know 2023 is officially designated as the 'Year of the Trail' in North Carolina The new year will mark 50 years since the North Carolina Trails System Act was signed The Eno River Association is working to open new Orange County trails just in time for this milestone The Eno River Association's trails in the Panther Branch Natural Area have been years in the making.