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Chestnut Oak Loop Trail

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  1. Areas
  2. NC
  3. …Raleigh - Durham Metro Area
  4. …Holly Springs
  5. Hemlock Bluffs Natural Area
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“Flat, mulched path with plenty of benches. ”

Eddie Gonzalez
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1.2

Miles

1.9

KM

Loop

428' 130 m

High

371' 113 m

Low

101' 31 m

Up

101' 31 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

11%

Max Grade (6°)

Dogs Leashed

Features River/Creek · Views · Wildlife

Family Friendly Fully mulched paths.

Description

This loop trail winds through the upland forest with ridges, ravines and creeks. It is mulched but has uneven terrain with some mild inclines. There are four benches along the trail and one overlook with seating and views to a tributary of Swift Creek. This is the longest trail in the preserve.

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  4.0 from 1 vote

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#18795

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#2

in Hemlock Bluffs Natural…

#756

in North Carolina

#18,795

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Walk through the forest.
Mar 15, 2018 near Apex, NC
The entrance of Swift Creek Trail.
Apr 21, 2017 near Apex, NC
Fringe tree in bloom in the spring.
Mar 15, 2018 near Apex, NC

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