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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.
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."
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.
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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.
Stone Mountain State Park
Outdoors Hiking Fishing

Stone Mountain State Park

Stone Mountain State Park is located about 20 miles northwest of Elkin near the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Chestnut Branch Farm Cabin.avif
Outdoors Cabins & Cottages Hiking Fishing

Chestnut Branch Farm Cabin