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Merritt's Pasture

751 US Highway 15-501 North, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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Published schedule Daily, dawn to dusk. The Fordham Boulevard parking lot is generally open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. March-October and 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. November-February.
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Merritt's Pasture is a 32-acre Town-owned open meadow with a roughly one-mile perimeter walking route, sunset views, and direct connections to Morgan Creek and Fan Branch greenways.

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Where is Merritt's Pasture?

Merritt's Pasture is mapped at 751 US Highway 15-501 North, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Use the map pin for the park itself rather than a similarly named municipal office or neighborhood.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 5, 2026
What hours is Merritt's Pasture open?

Daily, dawn to dusk. The Fordham Boulevard parking lot is generally open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. March-October and 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. November-February. Check the official park page for holiday, weather, seasonal, or maintenance changes.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 5, 2026
Where should I park for Merritt's Pasture?

Enter the lot only from eastbound Fordham Boulevard just east of Smith Level Road, past Kingswood Apartments. As an alternative, park at Southern Community Park and follow the Fan Branch Trail.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 5, 2026
What can I do at Merritt's Pasture?

Public records currently identify 32-acre open meadow, One-mile perimeter trail, Open grass area, Sunset viewpoint, Morgan Creek Trail connection, Fan Branch Trail connection, Parking lot. Check the official page for current availability.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 5, 2026
What accessibility information is available for Merritt's Pasture?

The connecting Morgan Creek route includes paved and boardwalk segments, but the pasture perimeter is a natural open-space route. Use the greenway connection when a firmer approach is preferred. Confirm route-specific needs with the operator because surfaces and closures can change.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 5, 2026
Are dogs allowed at Merritt's Pasture?

Keep dogs leashed, remove waste, and protect meadow vegetation. Bicycles must be dismounted in the pasture area.

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How much does Merritt's Pasture cost?

Free public access.

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