Near Red Trail
Catawaba river looking toward the Hwy 16 with Oxford dam in the distance.

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Hike Trail

Red Trail

3.0 (3 Ratings)
A mix of singletrack and doubletrack trail that partly runs along the Catawba River.
4.6
mi
Distance
363
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Park is closed on Wednesdays.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.56mi
Distance
363ft
Elevation Gain
377ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,019ft
High Point
848ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Red Trail runs along the outer perimeter of the park. At the park's north end, about a mile of this trail runs along the Catawba River with views of the Oxford dam. Take your time in this section to admire the waters of the river! Like most other trails in the park the Red Trail is a mix of both double and singletrack trail.

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Contributors
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