Near Shelby Rail Trail
New rampway at the entrance of the First Broad River Trail, Shelby, NC
Near Shelby Rail Trail
First Broad River Trail - Shelby Rail Trail
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Shelby Rail Trail

3.0 (2 Ratings)
Shelby Rail Trail is a 0.8-mile gravel and natural surface trail that follows an old railroad.
0.8
mi
Distance
91
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsSpringWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.76mi
Distance
91ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
816ft
High Point
720ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Shelby Rail Trail extends the First Broad River Trail. Total, this trail is 2.2 miles in length. The trailhead is located in the middle of the two trails. To follow the Rail Trail section, begin on the northern end of the parking lot toward the entrance road and head east to follow the gravel and dirt trail. The trail goes behind an industrial area and runs parallel to West Grover Street. The trail ends when it meets back up with West Grover Street.

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