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Western North Carolina Trails

Take a walk through our quaint downtown streets and explore our network of trails that are both beautiful and historic. The scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains serve as your backdrop while antebellum homes, gold trails and scenic landmarks act as your guides. Spend the day, stay for the weekend and get to know all Rutherford County has to offer!

ICC

ICC Trails

A lovely network of trails wind their way around the scenic pond.

Thermal Belt

Thermal Belt Rail Trail

This converted rail line is now a trail connecting the towns of Rutherfordton and Spindale…

Rocky Broad Riverwalk, Chimney Rock, NC

Rocky Broad River Walk

The Riverwalk runs parallel to Main Street in Chimney Rock Village with easy access to restaurants…

Florence Preserve

CMLC Florence Nature Preserve

This is great nature trail system comprised of over 5 miles of trails. There are nice creeks to walk…

Bearwallow

Bearwallow Mountain Trail

Hike to the top of Bearwallow Mountain near Asheville and Chimney Rock, with great views from the…

Glorious sunset over the mountains in Lake Lure

Lake Lure Town Center Walkway

A scenic and calming walk along bridges, across boardwalks and through a flowering bridge offer an…

Broad River Paddle Trail Group

Broad River Paddle Trail

Perfect place to put in for a ride down the river. Runnable most anytime with a few shallow spots…

Purple Martin

Purple Martin Greenway

The Purple Martin Greenway is Rutherfordton's first natural trail system. Along this trail you…

Rutherford County Gold Stamp

Gold Mile

Christopher Bechtler minted America's first one-dollar gold coin, in 1832, almost 17 years…

Main Street Kids Safari Trail

Kid's Main Street Safari

The Kid's Main Street Safari through downtown Rutherfordton is the first of its kind. Usually…

Historic Tour

Historic Downtown Walking Trail

Rutherfordton has a long and rich history full of intrigue, war, mystery and of course, gold. Many…