Loblolly and Reedy Creek Trail Loop
Cary, North Carolina
Details
Distance
4.03 miles
Elevation Gain
456 ft
Route Type
Loop
Description
Added by Anna Walter
The Loblolly and Reedy Creek Trail Loop is a great loop trail for hiking, running and biking in Umstead State Park near Raleigh, North Carolina.
TRAIL
I started my run on the Loblolly Trail from the parking area and then continued on the Reedy Creek Trail. Combining these two trails forms a loop back to the parking area. The trail is a 4-mile loop with approximately 450 feet of elevation gain. This trail is moderately difficult.
PARKING
I parked at the south entrance parking lot of Umstead State Park.
PROS
- Trail is 0.5 mi off I-40
- Great for newer trail runners as it has moderately difficult terrain
- Very quiet and away from the road noise
- Reedy Creek Lake lookout at 3.1 mi mark
CONS
- Last 1.7 mi is on a gravel path
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Loblolly and Reedy Creek Trail Loop Reviews
I love Umstead. It never gets old. I made a last minute decision to go on a trail run Wednesday evening and I knew Umstead was the perfect place. I wasn't sure how long I wanted to run for and knew I had to be mindful of the sunset at 7:00 PM. I laced up my trail runners, grabbed my fanny pack and water, and drove to the trail. I didn't have a specific trail in mind before taking off. I figured I would run out 2 miles then turn around. As I started my run on the Loblolly trail, I quickly realized this trail connected to the Reedy Creek trail. I double checked my inkling (and yes there is service for most of this section of Umstead) and I was correct. Loblolly and Reedy Creek form a steady 4.2 mi loop. So I was able to run a loop...which is always my preference over an out-and-back. I am still a newbie when it comes to trail running, but there are some helpful tips that I've learned recently that I would love to share with you. 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠. 5/5 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞. I parked at the south entrance parking lot of Umstead State Park and started my run on the Loblolly Trail and continued on the Reedy Creek Trail. These trails form a loop. 𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡. 4.2 mi 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲. Moderate 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐬. -Trail is 0.5 mi off I-40 -Great for newer trail runners as it has moderately difficult terrain -Very quiet and away from the road noise -Reedy Creek Lake lookout at 3.1 mi mark 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬. -Last 1.7 mi is on a gravel path.
5.0
The views are gorgeous. This is the perfect place to go on a trail run, walk, or hike. Part of this trail is on gravel which is a nice change up. This trail also takes you to a beautiful lake.
5.0
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