Educational explorations await at Rendezvous Mountain with its forest interpretation trails, while Stone Mountain State Park delivers dramatic panoramas and challenging terrain. For family-friendly strolls, discover Cub Creek Park’s walking loops or enjoy roadside views at Moravian Falls and Widows Creek Falls. Together, these accessible trails weave a rich outdoor experience perfect for a nature-soaked itinerary.

1. Yadkin River Greenway

• A paved, year‑round multi-use path stretching 8.1 miles from W. Kerr Scott Dam in Wilkesboro to Smoot Park in North Wilkesboro. Ideal for walking, biking, and family outings. (wilkesboronc.org)

2. W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir Multi-use Trails

• Over 30 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and leisurely exploration within the park, also offering water access points. (north-wilkesboro.com)

3. Rendezvous Mountain State Park Trails

• Offers several educational and interpretive trails:
  • Logging History Demonstration Trail
  • “Talking Tree” Trail
  • Forest Demonstration Trail
  • Amadehy Waterfalls Trail
    Perfect for combining forest ecology education with hiking. (High Country Host)

4. Stone Mountain State Park

• Located partially in Wilkes County, this park features extensive hiking trails (including some open hiking trails; bridle trails may be closed), world-class rock climbing, and scenic natural features. (Wikipedia)

5. Doughton Park Trails (via Blue Ridge Parkway)

• Several notable trails:
  • Basin Creek Trail: ~3.3 mi round trip, winding past waterfalls and historic Caudill Cabin.
  • Bluff Mountain Trail: ~7.5 mi, moderately easy with scenic overlooks.
  • Bluff Ridge Primitive Trail: ~2.8 mi, but quite steep and strenuous. (Wikipedia)

6. Widows Creek Falls (Stone Mountain State Park area)

• A short, easy walk from a roadside pull‑off leads to a charming waterfall—ideal for all abilities, though not wheelchair‑accessible. (waterfallkeepersofnc.org)

7. Moravian Falls

• Viewable from the road within a privately owned campground, with access permitted by asking inside the camp store. A lovely roadside waterfall in Wilkes County. (Wikipedia)

8. Additional Local Trails

• Cub Creek Park: Features well‑maintained walking paths with plans for future connection to the Yadkin River Greenway. (wilkesboronc.org)
• Other trails in Wilkesboro: TrailLink lists over 30 trails covering nearly 190 miles in the Wilkesboro area—options include the Railroad Grade Road and Emily B. Taylor Greenway. (TrailLink)
• Nearby favorites: According to hiking resources, popular local routes include Hollow Rock Trail, The Lump Trail, Basin Creek in Doughton Park, and Cascades Trail. (The Outbound)

Complete Trail List