Carrboro, North Carolina
Carrboro, North Carolina is a great place to explore the outdoors! There are many top trails and activities to experience. From scenic hikes to must-visit attractions, there are plenty of adventures to be had. Popular attractions in and near the area include Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, and Carolina North Forest. If you're looking for a fun activity, try kayaking on the Haw River or exploring the many trails in the area. There's something for everyone in Carrboro, North Carolina!
Top Spots in and near Carrboro
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Durham, North Carolina
Pump Station Trail Loop
5.01.29 mi / 157 ft gainPump Station Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Durham, North Carolina.Read more -
Apex, North Carolina
Camp at Jordan Lake State Park
4.0We passed by Jordan Lake on the way home from a soccer match, and the kids asked if we could camp there before summer's end. We lucked out and found a spot available online to reserve Labor Day weekend, so we packed up and headed out for a couple of relaxing days by the lake.The camping offerings...Read more -
Durham, North Carolina
Museum of Life and Science Trail Loop
4.00.69 mi / 98 ft gainMuseum of Life and Science Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Durham, North Carolina.Read more -
Graham, North Carolina
Saxapahaw Island Park
1.3 mi / 30 ft gainSaxapahaw Island Park is an urban park along the Haw River. The Saxapahaw Island Loop Trail is a well-maintained 1.3-mile loop. The trail parallels a section of the Haw River Trail/Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Many park visitors run laps around the loop while others fish along the river's edge, chil...Read more -
Morrisville, North Carolina
Hatcher Creek Greenway
5.05.25 mi / 112 ft gainHatcher Creek Greenway is an excellent paved walking, running, and biking path in Morrisville, NC. This greenway connects to Crabtree Lake Greenway. You can also use this greenway to travel to the Morrisville community library, Morrisville Community Park, and access shopping and restaurants in th...Read more -
Durham, North Carolina
Penny's Bend
5.0Penny's Bend is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Durham, North Carolina.Read more -
Morrisville, North Carolina
Day Trip to Lake Crabtree
5.0Lake Crabtree is a 215 acre park that sits right next to a 520 acre flood control lake, known as Lake Crabtree. The park is open year round and offers a plethora of different activities. Hiking trails are accessible to hikers and runners while bikes are also permitted on multi-use trails. The par...Read more -
Cary, North Carolina
Bond Park Lake Trail
5.02.02 mi / 108 ft gainBond Park Lake Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Cary, North Carolina.Read more -
Cary, North Carolina
Black Creek Greenway to Lake Crabtree
5.02.04 mi / 213 ft gainBlack Creek Greenway to Lake Crabtree is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Morrisville, North Carolina.Read more -
Raleigh, North Carolina
Sal's Branch Trail
5.02.55 mi / 331 ft gainSal's Branch Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Morrisville, North Carolina.Read more -
Graham, North Carolina
Kayak Swepsonville River Park to Saxapahaw Lake Paddle Access
This 5.5-mile stretch of the Haw River, often called "Sweps to Sax", is perfect for beginners or a relaxing paddle. This section of the river sits between two dams and creates waters calm enough for an out-and-back paddle if you want to double the mileage. When you put in at Swepsonville River ...Read more -
Rougemont, North CarolinaNorth River Loop, Ridge Trail and South River Loop Trail
4.0North River Loop, Ridge Trail and South River Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Hillsborough, North Carolina.Read more -
Rougemont, North CarolinaRidge Trail to North River Trail
5.03.55 mi / 331 ft gainRidge Trail to North River Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Rougemont, North Carolina.Read more -
Cary, North Carolina
Hike the Reedy Creek Lake Trail
5.01.4 mi / 129 ft gainStart the hike from the Reedy Creek parking lot. Hike down a section of the Loblolly Trail and then join the Reedy Creek Lake Trail. The trail is loose gravel and is fairly wide. The walk is not too difficult at all. In spring, you'll see many beautiful wildflowers along the way and at any point ...Read more -
Cary, North Carolina
Company Mill Trail
5.05.13 mi / 620 ft gainStart your hike from the Reedy Creek Parking Area. Hike through the woods down to the Reedy Creek. At this point, cross the bridge and hike along the river to the ruins of an old mill and some nice rock formations. Continue up the hill to the River Creek Multi-use trail and then back down the hil...Read more -
Cary, North Carolina
Reedy Creek and Loblolly Trail
4.02 mi / 456 ft gainReedy Creek and Loblolly Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Raleigh, North Carolina.Read more
