Near Horseshoe Farm Trail
Park Headquarters
Near Horseshoe Farm Trail
Beginning of Meadow Loop Trail
Near Horseshoe Farm Trail
Neuse River Trailhead
Near Horseshoe Farm Trail
Trail and Park Kiosk

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Hike Trail

Horseshoe Farm Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve is a superb park for recreation, exploration, and hiking.
1
mi
Distance
34
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.99mi
Distance
34ft
Elevation Gain
29ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
231ft
High Point
194ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This short loop around Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve is the perfect place to stretch your legs and enjoy nature. The trail is flat and mostly easy, and loops around the edge of the woods at Horseshoe Preserve.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Kevin Rumsey