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Granite City Greenway Ararat River Riverside Park hiking
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Granite City Greenway

Tracing the Ararat River & Lovills Creek, Granite City Greenway forms a 6.6-mile horseshoe around Mt. Airy. The paved route offers walking, running & cycling. Includes kayak & canoe launches and trout fishing.
Hiking Trail to Carter Falls in Elkin
Outdoors Hiking

Carter Falls

Hidden for more than a century on private land, Carter Falls is now accessible via a 0.5-mile trail (one way). Hike goes through an old-growth forest before revealing the stunning falls.
Elkin &Alleghany Rail Trail NC hiking
Outdoors Hiking

Elkin & Alleghany Rail Trail

The Elkin & Alleghany Rail Trail is a two-mile trail (one way) following the old E&A Railroad bed along Big Elkin Creek. The trailhead is at Elkin Municipal Park in the heart of Yadkin Valley, NC.
Elkin Municipal Park
Outdoors Hiking

Elkin Municipal Park

This 25-acre park offers something for all, including swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, walking trails, bandshell, picnic shelters, playground and the Elkin Recreation Center.
Fisher River Park Trail Running, Hiking, Mountain Biking
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Fisher River Park

Fisher River Park is a favorite spot for outdoor enthusiasts just outside Dobson in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Forest Bathing Trail Elkin Yadkin Valley NC
Outdoors Hiking

'Forest Bathing' Trail at Grassy Creek

NC's first "forest bathing" trail is at Grassy Creek Vineyard. Named the Klondike Lake Trail, the one-mile trail adheres to the Japanese concept of forest bathing, meaning "therapy in nature."
Hanging Rock State Park waterfall Yadkin Valley North Carolina
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Hanging Rock State Park

Hanging Rock State Park is located 25 miles east of the town of Pilot Mountain and is connected to Pilot Mountain State Park by the Sauratown Trail. It is home to five waterfalls.
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Hiking Museums & History

Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail

The trail traces the route of a patriot militia known as the "Overmountain Men" leading to the key battle of Kings Mountain during the Revolutionary War.
Pilot Mountain State Park
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Pilot Mountain State Park

One of the most popular state parks in North Carolina. Pilot Mountain State Park is anchored by the rocky peak that provides its name and offers plenty of hiking trails, horseback trails and picnic areas. Also, rappelling and rock climbing.
Pilot Mountain State Park - Yadkin River Section
Outdoors Hiking Paddling Fishing Horseback Riding

Pilot Mountain State Park - Yadkin River Section

A hidden gem for hiking, paddling, camping and horseback riding. Often overlooked, this section is 20 minutes south of the main park in a secluded area where shoals and small islands punctuate the Yadkin River.
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Outdoors Cabins & Cottages Hiking

Riversong Cabin Rentals

Stay among the trees on this 50-acre property with four rental cabins and miles of walking trails.
Sauratown Trail
Outdoors Hiking Horseback Riding

Sauratown Trail

The trail may be used by all horseback riders and hikers for most of the year, except for deer hunting season (mid-Nov. to mid-Dec.).