by theunsobe
Hey y’all!
Hopefully the weather is as beautiful where you are as it is here. I have been itching to get outside to enjoy the sunshine. I got fully dressed the other day to drop lunch off to Doug and I didn’t even get out of the car. That’s where I’m at by this point 😂. We’re heading into week three of being inside here in NC and I know we’re all focused on getting through COVID-19 as best we can.
Not only is getting outside good for a change of scenery, but also for our mental health. Regular exercise can have a profoundly positive impact on depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more. It also relieves stress, improves memory, helps you sleep better, and boosts your overall mood. (Help Guide, 2020). I for one am looking forward to getting through COVID-19 with my mental health in tact.
Most parks are closed, but many greenways and hiking trails are still open thankfully! Below I’ve listed a few that I’ve run, walked, and used to sightsee. If you’re reading this outside of the Triad or Triangle, I apologize. However, you can find info on your local trails using Trail Link or local governmental websites. Happy running/walking/sightseeing/getting through COVID-19! ❤️
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Atlantic & Yadkin Greenway
At a glance:
Location: Greensboro,NC
Length: 7.5 miles
Trail location: North of Strawberry Rd. nr. US 220 and Rollins Rd. nr. US 220
Trail surfaces: Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone
Trail activities: Biking, Inline Skating, Fishing, Wheelchair Accessible, Mountain Biking.
I actually ran this Greenway to train for my first half marathon.
Arboretum
At a glance:
Location: Greensboro, NC
Length: 1.7 miles
Trail Location: 401 Ashland Dr Greensboro, NC
Trail Surface: Asphalt/Natural
Trail Activities: Multiple Use
More Info: http://greensborobeautiful.org/gardens/greensboro_arboretum.php
Crabtree Creek Greenway Trail
At a glance:
Location: Raleigh, NC
Length: 14.2 miles
Trail Location: Anderson Point Dr. Raleigh, NC 27610
Trail Surface: Asphalt
Trail Activities: Running, Walking, Hiking, Wheelchair Friendly, Biking, Bird Watching
Mingo Creek Trails
At a glance:
Location: Knightdale, NC
Length: 3.5 miles
Trail Address: 100 Parkside Commons Drive Knightdale, NC
Trail Surface: Asphalt, Wood
Trail Activities: Multiple Use
Neuse River Trail
At a glance:
Location: Raleigh, NC
Length: 33 miles
Trail Address: 20 Anderson Point Dr. Raleigh, NC
Trail Surface: Asphalt, Suspension Bridges, Boardwalks
Trail Activities: Multiple Use
More Info: Home
Cedar Rock Park
At a glance:
Location: Burlington, NC
Length: The park offers six miles of hiking trails and six miles of equestrian trails
Park Address: 4242 R Dean Coleman Rd Burlington, NC 27215
Trail Surface: Unknown
Trail Activities: Two disc golf courses with a total of 36 holes for play, a footgolf course, two fishing ponds, a picturesque waterfall over an old mill dam, and ample field space for open play.
More Info: Cedarock Park
Saxapahaw Island Park
At a glance:
Location: Saxapahaw, NC
Length: 1.5 Mile Loop
Park Address: 5550 Church Road, Graham, NC 27253
Trail Surface: Asphalt, Dirt
Trail Activities: Walking, Running, Sightseeing
More Info: Home
I hope you guys are able to get out for some fresh air soon! Any suggestions on trails to add to this list, please don’t hesitate to drop it in the comments. I hope you all are well!
Talk soon!
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😍😍😍 I visit North Carolina at least twice a year and I’m definitely pinning this post so I can check out these trails during my future visits! Thanks!!!
Yes!! North Carolina has some beautiful places as well! The mountains have to be my favorite. However, our local trails do the trick between visits 🙌🏾.