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Nestled along the banks of the Eno River in a forest of pine and sycamore trees lies an oval-shaped dirt track that makes up one of the most unique trails in North Carolina. The Occoneechee Speedway Trail in the quaint town of Hillsborough offers visitors the perfect mix of exercise, nature and history. Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver is the perfect guide for this riverside stroll. Come along as we check out unique trail experiences in the state with Ten to Try, premiering August 31 on PBS NC and

Nestled along the banks of the Eno River in a forest of pine and sycamore trees lies an oval-shaped dirt track that makes up one of the most unique trails in North Carolina. The Occoneechee Speedway Trail in the quaint town of Hillsborough offers visitors the perfect mix of exercise, nature and history. Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver is the perfect guide for this riverside stroll. Come along as we check out unique trail experiences in the state with Ten to Try, premiering August 31 on PBS NC and

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Hidden gem 🔥 And one of my absolute favorite places. ✨The Occoneechee Speedway Trail is a walking trail through natural and cultural history. The original track was a half-mile horse track built by Julian S. Carr for Occoneechee Farms. It was later expanded and used by NASCAR. This 44-acre site was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in May 2002. Four miles of trails take you along the banks of the Eno River where you’ll walk around the only surviving dirt speedway from NASCAR’s

Hidden gem 🔥 And one of my absolute favorite places. ✨The Occoneechee Speedway Trail is a walking trail through natural and cultural history. The original track was a half-mile horse track built by Julian S. Carr for Occoneechee Farms. It was later expanded and used by NASCAR. This 44-acre site was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in May 2002. Four miles of trails take you along the banks of the Eno River where you’ll walk around the only surviving dirt speedway from NASCAR’s

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Occoneechee Speedway 🏎️ Abandoned track from NASCAR’s inaugural 1949 season, this speedway has been sitting overgrown in the woods for decades — complete with rusting vintage race cars, the old wooden crows nest, the vacant grandstands, and even the stone stadium seating running along the dirt track. Only around 30 minutes from Raleigh, it’s an easy hike to visit this historic time capsule to NASCAR’s days gone by. 📍 Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trailhead, 320 Elizabeth Brady Road, Hillsborou

Occoneechee Speedway 🏎️ Abandoned track from NASCAR’s inaugural 1949 season, this speedway has been sitting overgrown in the woods for decades — complete with rusting vintage race cars, the old wooden crows nest, the vacant grandstands, and even the stone stadium seating running along the dirt track. Only around 30 minutes from Raleigh, it’s an easy hike to visit this historic time capsule to NASCAR’s days gone by. 📍 Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trailhead, 320 Elizabeth Brady Road, Hillsborou

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Occoneechee Speedway was one of two original NASCAR tracks and is the only dirt track remaining. Read more about the history of the track and how you can visit it today below. https://www.nctripping.com/historic-occoneechee-speedway-trail-hillsborough-nc/ | NC Tripping

Occoneechee Speedway was one of two original NASCAR tracks and is the only dirt track remaining. Read more about the history of the track and how you can visit it today below. https://www.nctripping.com/historic-occoneechee-speedway-trail-hillsborough-nc/ | NC Tripping

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Hike at Occoneechee Speedway, the only surviving track from NASCAR’s first season

Hike at Occoneechee Speedway, the only surviving track from NASCAR’s first season

Historic Occoneechee Speedway 🏎️This is located in Hillsborough, North Carolina and it is so cool! This was originally a half-mile horse track, and was later expanded to be a 1 mile oval dirt track to be used by NASCAR! This speedway was active from 1948-68 and it drove thousands of spectators to their races. The last race was held in 1968 and it would later sit for THREE decades to become overgrown and almost forgotten about. Today, it is converted into a beautiful walking trial with its marks

Historic Occoneechee Speedway 🏎️This is located in Hillsborough, North Carolina and it is so cool! This was originally a half-mile horse track, and was later expanded to be a 1 mile oval dirt track to be used by NASCAR! This speedway was active from 1948-68 and it drove thousands of spectators to their races. The last race was held in 1968 and it would later sit for THREE decades to become overgrown and almost forgotten about. Today, it is converted into a beautiful walking trial with its marks

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Horse races and NASCAR: Exploring the remains of Occoneechee Speedway

Horse races and NASCAR: Exploring the remains of Occoneechee Speedway

In its heyday, racing legends including Richard Petty and Junior Johnson would compete on Hillsborough's Occoneechee Speedway in front of thousands. Today, it’s one of only three racing venues listed on the National Register of Historic Places. READ MORE: http://bit.ly/2Bkzdcy | Our State Magazine

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🇺🇸 It’s RACE DAY at Orrville’s Historic Oval – Wayne County Speedway! 🇺🇸 Tonight, the FAST on Dirt Sprint Car Series makes their highly anticipated 2025 debut at WCS! Will a touring driver conquer the clay, or will one of our local hot shoes park it in Victory Lane? 🔥 There’s only one way to find out… BE THERE! 🔥 Also in action: 🏁 Malcuit Tavern UMP Late Models 🏁 Flynn’s Tire & Auto Service UMP Modifieds 🏁 Canton Glass House Super Stocks 🏁 Joyride Transport Mini Stocks 🎟 General Admis

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This week’s stop on the Moonshine & Motorsports Trail ➡️ Orange County Speedway. Once a dirt track known as Tri-County Motor Speedway, this 3/8-mile short track has a reputation for tight racing, high speeds, and constant action. Take a lap around the track with me and catch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/6LxR0ovjyas?si=H-bk-m-dH3nkqDFS #MoonshineandMotorsports | Kyle Petty

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ABANDONED RACETRACK: Let’s explore an abandoned 1940s NASCAR speedway hidden in the woods of North Carolina — Occoneechee Speedway. #NASCAR #nascarhistory #NorthCarolina #abandonedplaces #abandoned #speedway | Heather Leah

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Explore the beauty of Virginia's largest lake at Occoneechee State Park! Spanning 48,000 acres, immerse yourself in fishing, boating, and aquatic recreation. Learn at the visitor museum and unwind on scenic hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. Plan your visit today! | Virginia State Parks

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Ashley Kalita on Instagram: "Historic Occoneechee Speedway🏁 This was originally a half-mile horse track, and was later expanded to be a 1 mile oval dirt track to be used by NASCAR! This speedway was active from 1948-68 and it drove thousands of spectators to their races. The last race was held in 1968 and it would later sit for THREE decades to become overgrown and almost forgotten about. Today, it is converted into a beautiful walking trial with its marks of history left behind. You can walk a

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Jon Paul Grice on Instagram: "History of a Hidden Nascar Speedway 🤯 👇 @bbarter2 and I got to go check out and photograph the historic Occoneechee Speedway in Hillsborough and it was pretty darn cool. If you’re in the area I think it’s a must for Nascar and sportscar racing fans… and nature lovers too. This trail in @hillsboroughnc is home to the only surviving dirt track from Nascar’s inaugural season. Visitors can see a couple old cars like a 1940’s Chevy coupe super deluxe and 56 dodge coron

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