In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Rutherford County, including our cherished Chimney Rock and Lake Lure communities, has experienced significant challenges. The storm brought widespread damage, affecting homes, businesses, and our natural landscapes. 

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Dittmer-Watts Nature Trail Park

Dittmer-Watts Nature Trail Park is a walking trail system of approximately 3 miles of looped natural surface trails with varying difficulty. It's an ideal spot for picnics, bird enthusiasts, couples and pet owners.

 
Distance: 2.55 Miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

1. Dogwood Trail

Distance: 0.4 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

2. Meadowside Trail

Distance: 0.2 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

3. Ridge Trail

Distance: 0.6 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

4. Rhododendron Trail

Distance: 0.2 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

5. Creekside Trail

Distance: 0.2 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

6. Piney Hill Trail

Distance: 0.15 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

7. Mountain Vista Trail

Distance: 0.5 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

8. Red Maple Trail

Distance: 0.15 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746

9. Huckleberry Trail

Distance: 0.15 miles
Surface: Natural Surface
Uses: hike, walk, run
Address: 271 NC 9 Hwy Lake Lure, NC 28746