Moore County Trails

Moore County Trails

Did you know that 2023 is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina? In Moore County, there are plenty of trails for all of us to explore! This year is an open invitation for hikers, bikers, riders and paddlers. Our paths and trails throughout the Sandhills are places of relaxation and recreation, connecting all of us to the great outdoors. North Carolina is the Great Trails State, and Moore County is one of the best places around to get out there and see all of our natural beauty and rare flora and fauna. Moore County boasts dozens of trails with a variety of difficulties from beginner to expert. Where do you plan to start your Year of the Trail adventure? Take a look at the list of trails below and get out there with family and friends! Bring a camera to share all the sights and memories along the way. More fun ways to enjoy Moore County Trails
  • The walking trails listed below will be locations for finding our exclusive glass blown pinecones during our Pinecone Pathways Program March 20, 2023-May 31, 2023 & Great Trails Day October 21, 2023
  • A few trails will also host our Sandhills Story Trail Adventures launching April 11, 2023 at Nick’s Creek Greenway
  • Share your trail pics with us by using #MooreCountyTrails
  • Visit all the Trails in 2023-Your Year of the Trail Moore County Trail Checklist
  • Remember to Practice Leave No Trace Principles
    1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
    2. Stay on the Trails
    3. Dispose of waste properly- not all our trails have trash cans on them
    4. Leave what you find- except a glass blown pinecone- you can keep that!
    5. Minimize fire risks- please refrain from smoking or vaping on trails
    6. Respect Wildlife
    7. Be considerate of Others- keep dogs on a leash, keep noises to a minimum and our trails clean of trash

Moore County Trails Checklist & Guidelines

Explore Moore Trails

Aberdeen Lake Park
Aberdeen Lake Park

Enjoy this 1.5 mile trail around Aberdeen Lake. Bathrooms are located at the Recreation Center.

Aberdeen Lake Park
Aberdeen Ray's Mill Park

Enjoy a quick outing with a beautiful background pond on this short .2 mile loop trail. Walk around 5x= 1 mile. There are Picnic tables and you can do an Eco Explorer activity. No bathrooms.

Ray's Mill Park
Cameron Phillips Memorial Park & Trail

Phillips Memorial Park is a hidden gem in Cameron, known for its famous antique festivals the first weekends of May and October as well as shopping through the week. The park is located on 24 acres of a repurposed farm pasture and hay field including widely-spaced trees, a small pecan tree grove and a two acre fishing pond. The gently rolling topography makes for an excellent stroll on the 1.4 miles of trails around the picturesque pond and beside the pecan grove. Park benches are spaced throughout the park. Bathrooms are available as well as a picnic shelter which can reserved for a fee at Cameron Town Hall at 247 Carter Street.  Park is open from 8:00 am until sunset.

Cameron Trail
Carthage Nancy Kiser Park Trail & Born Learning Trail

This short trail can be enjoyed by all, consisting of a series of learning activities that any adult can play with young children in nature’s classroom.

Carthage Trail
Foxfire Green Park Trail

Enjoy a walking trail  more than one mile in length located in a large wooded area on the park site.

Foxfire Trail
Nick's Creek Trail

The Nick’s Creek Reservoir, owned by the Town of Carthage, is surrounded by a greenway trail maintained by Southern Pines and that connects to Reservoir Park. This 1.8 mile greenway starts with a view of Nick’s Creek Reservoir and travels down to join 2.7 mile Forest Creek Trail. The trail head features ample parking. No bathrooms. Nick’s Creek will be home to the first Sandhills Story Trail Adventures in 2023.

Nick's Creek
Pinebluff Delano Lake Park Trail

The lake is open seasonally, but the trail is open year around. There are picnic tables available. The lake is smaller, but the trail is easy with a beautiful view and mostly shaded.

Pinebluff Lake Trail
Pinebluff Nature Trail

This trail is great for hiking and walking, and is considered a more less traveled trail. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. No bathrooms.

Pinebluff Nature Trail
Pinebluff Well Springs Trail

The Well Springs Trail is the  newest trail in Pinebluff. They are adding a parking area and trail markers in Spring 2023. There are no bathrooms at this location.

Well Springs Trail Pinebluff
Pinehurst Green Trail

Miles of fun and enjoyment can be found exploring the beautiful Village of Pinehurst with an extensive greenway trail system.

Pinehurst Green Trail
Pinehurst Rassie Wicker Trails

Over 3 miles of trails that interconnect with Pinehurst Greenway trail system. No bathrooms at this trailhead, but there are bathrooms located at the park nearby.

Rassie Wicker Trail
Pinehurst Village Arboretum Trails

Walking trails and three rustic bridges connect to the Village Greenway System and are used daily for jogging, walking, and dog walking. Bathroom facilities are available. Featuring 40 varieties of flowering trees including Dogwoods, Peach trees, Cherry trees, Redbuds, Plum trees, Witch Hazel, Quince and Fig.

Arboretum Map

Village Arboretum Trail
Robbins Bear Cat Loop at Elise Middle School

1 mile loop. Located on the back left side of Elise Middle School enjoyed by all. No bathroom facilities located at this trail head. Close to downtown businesses in lovely Robbins.

Bear Creek Map

 

Bear Cat Loop
Robbins Bear Creek Trail System

Over 14 miles of trails located along scenic Bear and Cabin Creek. You can kayak, canoe and disc golf in this beautiful area located in the northern part of Moore County. A port-a-john is located at the start of the trail, several picnic tables to enjoy.

Robbins Trails
Robbins Mill Pond Trail

A nice .5 mile walk around Mill Pond. There are picnic tables and a grill for enjoyment. No bathroom facilities.

Mill Pond Trail

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