Mount Merrill

Mount Merrill is an interactive children’s play area on the eastern side of the park, adjacent to the Leaf. It is a handicap accessible climbing mound that offers:

• 2 Slides—the Little Slide and the Big Slide
• Climbing Net
• Big Curving Benches
• Amphitheater Seating
• The Ramp Up
• A “Look-out!” Area
• Boulder Climb

Why the Name?

The name honors the memory of a dear friend of the Park who died in a tragic car accident.  Merrill Davis was the always-helpful guy from our neighborhood nursery and garden store, Stone Brothers and Byrd. Merrill was there seeding the first lawn at the Pavilion back when there were hardly any folks walking on it. His wedding in 2009 was one of the first weddings in the Pavilion.

Merrill was a tireless fundraiser for the Durham Exchange Club, whose focus is to benefit children in the Durham area. “Mount Merrill” is the perfect name for an attraction that will draw children and families from throughout the community.

Thank You

Mount Merrill was made possible because of the generous support of businesses and individuals in the community—including a successful Kickstarter campaign.

Special Thanks

Independent Donors

Kickstarter Backers