I had a terrific walk today on the trail. Easy to locate along Mount Pleasant Road with a pretty…read moredecent rock road to get to the trailhead where there is plentiful parking and signage. The trail is not paved and barely smooth. It's great if you're wearing appropriate footwear. I would not say that this is handicapped accessible at all. However, it's a level walk and I would rate this hike as "easy." Natural walkway extends for nearly two miles from here and goes through a lovely forest and farmland. I walked for about 15 minutes before turning back and continuing on my way. Always hike with a friend and always be aware of wildlife, whether four- or two-legged. [Review 13911 overall, 1233 of 2020, number 2555 in North Carolina.]

I like walking trails that are same way in/out. This is one of them and at about a 5K, satisfies…read moremy desire for recreation, exercise, and solitude. Plus, its an easy walk with little elevation changes, and is entirely natural surface. Over the years, I have met some nice people, discovered interesting wildlife, and have ran up on the occasional snake crossing the trail. I dislike snakes and give them space to go on their merry way. Since the trail "snakes" along the Rocky River, they come with the territory. The trail is mostly shaded from the hot summer sun as it meanders across several feeder creeks that empty into the river. Each crossing is made easy with sturdy bridges which the volunteers have replaced several times due to flash flooding. The Rocky River rises quickly and can become dangerous, so the trail entrance is locked both during those times and during the evening hours. You can also launch your canoe or kayak there as part of the Blue Way Trail system. Afterwards, head down to Midland to the ice cream shop for a treat. Easy to give this trail my "give 'em a whirl" nod.

Beautiful place with nice walking trails. We enjoyed the kayak rental. Nice playground for children.read more

Fantastic experience. Plenty of shade and clear paths. Clean bathrooms as well. That is always a…read moreplus. Overall a great experience. Get out and get some nature.

I really enjoyed how the trail started with a nice view of the river. The trail was a straight shot…read morewith a lot of sitting area to take a break. It was round trip of 4 + miles and to get those steps in.

Peaceful way to spend the afternoon walking along the stream, noticing the birds, the flowers in…read morenature. A great way to relieve stress and get outside. Well maintain trail with lots of space to walk your dog or walk with a stroller.

Incorrect...Not the correct trail. This is a map of the highway 200 route!!!…read moreCome to Great Falls. Go to the old train depot( now apartments) at Mount Dearborn dam and walk behind the twin towards Fort Lawn. About 4 miles of the most beautiful scenery on the Catawba River. While here view the famous "paper clip" entry into the rapids which is one of only two in the world. Viewed from the Tom Mamgus Bridge on highway 200 looking south.

We love this trails system. It's a huge network of trails in North and South Carolina. When we…read moredon't feel like driving to the mountains, we usually end up on a portion of the Carolina Thread Trail near Charlotte. Recently, we've done the portions near Baxter Village, Waxhaw, and South Fork Trail. I know we've done way more than that, but those are the ones that come to mind recently. The trails are well maintained and typically well marked. If you're looking to get outside in the Carolinas, check out their website to find a trail near you.

It was 75 degrees in the late morning on Easter weekend. I saw a total of 10 people on this…read morepleasant little trail. Almost completely shaded. Many wonderful photo ops of the river and trees. Plenty of benches near the bridges. I saw or heard no wild animals, just heard birds. I saw a picture at the beginning of a happy girl holding up a good size largemouth bass, rather surprising as the river is maybe one foot deep. A few annoying flying insects otherwise a nice and quick 1.8 miles and 40 minutes to kill before the race at Rockingham. I did not research to learn what the large abandoned building is at the parking lot or the ruins that have become one with nature about 1/10 of the way into the "hike". Also what are the brick walls that are laying in the river? EDIT: I guess this was a damn for a mill many years ago.

Looking for a great trail right in town? This one is along a slow moving creek very nice with a lot…read moreof birds all kids chirping away! A nice wide trail 3 small bridges big trees follow the path along the creek it loops around and takes you back to the parking about an hour long a mile up and loop back a mile

40 Acre Rock Heritage Preserve is a great hidden gem in Lancaster County, South Carolina…read more From the upper parking lot, it's a short flat hike to the top of the granite hill (less than a mile). The top of this huge granite outcropping is home to small pools that have really fragile and unique plants that I've never seen before. Looking out from the very top of the hill, it almost feels like you're on the face of the moon. Unfortunately, there's a lot of broken glass and graffiti on the rock, but it's still a very beautiful and peaceful place to explore. If you'd like you can continue the hike down the granite hill to a small waterfall and a really cool swampland and beaver dam. The hike at the bottom of the hill is only mildly challenging, but I will say it's easy to get lost off the trail since it's not super well marked. I'd recommending downloading the trail map ahead of time.

It's a super underrated place in the upstate. It seems almost out of this world. Wish it had more…read moresupport to help keep it maintained. Still worth the visit!

First timers here. Found the location here on yelp. We weren't able to explore the trails entirely…read more Should have worn my boots, and the trails are very confusing. They do have markers and a map, but it's still confusing with the disc golf course trails, and some only seem one way. Only issue. This place was beautiful. Trails were amazing. Sights were definitely soothing. Very secluded area. We will be coming back in better preparation and explore every inch lol. A great place to pack a lunch for a scenic picnic. Parking is secluded. Almost like you're driving to no where. There is a port-a-pot at parking. Didn't see anything in the trails. Newer benches, woodwork throughout. Disc golf course seems to be a highlight here of how well kept it is. No one here today as it was chilly and gloomy. Wear hiking/waterproof boots.

"Hidden" hiking gem in Robbins, NC…read more We ended up hiking Bear Creek in lieu of continuing north and hiking the Uhwarrie. I'm so glad we did, what a pleasant surprise. Following the address takes you right to the small parking area (water plant parking) and there is a picnic table and direction/map kiosk at the trail head. There is a box for trail maps that was empty when we visited, but we simply took a photo of the map. You must follow along Bear creek and pass by a spillway overlook, continuing till you are given multiple options of other trails. Trails vary from easy to difficult (steep, skinny walkways). Multiple directional kiosks throughout and all trails are marked by color on hiking plaques or spray paint. It doesn't seam as if this hiking area is highly maintained, nevertheless it's still in fair shape. The area is remote, we saw approximately 10 people in 2 hours.