The 5 Best Hiking Trails in Raleigh, North Carolina (NC)

January 3, 2022 Joeann Galban

If you're looking for a getaway that's fun for the whole family and easy on your pocket, look no further than Raleigh. With more than 20 free attractions, this stately and energetic capital city offers an affordable way to enjoy history, culture and the good old outdoors. Spend the day hopping between the three state museums of art, history and natural sciences: all offer free admission. Visitors are free to wander around the grounds of the State Capitol, where they can also observe the legislative process. Stroll past the graves of Civil War generals at a historic cemetery or meander along cobblestone streets of City Market. Shop for the greenest broccoli, reddest apples and tastiest homemade treats around at the State Farmers Market. With over 150 parks, lakes and green ways in Raleigh alone, there is ample opportunity to enjoy golf, biking, swimming, boating and other outdoor adventures.
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1. Neuse River Trail

Raleigh, NC +1 919-977-5164 http://www.raleighnc.gov/parks/content/ParksRec/Articles/Greenways/NeuseRiverTrail.html
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5.0 based on 243 reviews

Neuse River Trail

Reviewed By jcornwell10 - Fuquay-Varina, United States

This trail is amazing spanning Wake County all the way to Johnston. Starts at Falls Dam and goes farther than I’ve yet to discover. Was able to train for many distance races of the half and full marathon variety. Course does not overwhelm with hills which is impressive considering the area. Plenty of access points in neighborhoods and running beside river is pretty cool experience. Only issue I have encountered is low spots can get a little wet and during cold months that means ice.

2. Annie Louis Wilkerson Nature Preserve

5229 Awls Haven Dr Off Raven Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27614-9803
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Annie Louis Wilkerson Nature Preserve

3. North Carolina Birding Trail

1722 Mail Service Ctr, Raleigh, NC 27699-1722 +1 919-604-5183 [email protected] http://www.ncbirdingtrail.org/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

4. Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve

7800 Holly Springs Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606-9632 http://www.triangleland.org/explore/nature-preserves/swift-creek-bluffs-nature-preserve
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

5. House Creek Greenway Trail

Wade Ave, Raleigh, NC
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

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