Following DuPont State Forest 25K run coarse, this run is on varying forest terrain with challenging single track, double, and fire roads. The race is actually a 50K and thus this loop is completed twice. DuPont State Recreational Forest contains 10,400 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. Little River runs through the forest and this route crosses it or views it numerous times.

McAlpine Creek Greenway is paved and crushed gravel trail perfect for running and is basically flat. McAlpine Creek Greenway, built in 1978, was the first public greenway trail ever acquired and built in the western piedmont of North Carolina. Though surrounded by urban development, you can view river otter, beaver, and mink along the greenway.

An out and back short trail run in the city, this is a quick and fairly flat run that can be done numerous times for more mileage. Located in Charlotte, this trail is almost exactly one mile out and follows the same route on the return. It is through thick trees next to businesses and neighborhoods, but the trees line nearly the whole trail for an excellent feel.

This is a gorgeous hike through DuPont State Forest along the Little River that views four waterfalls. The trail first heads west to Hooker Falls, where there is an observation deck and then continues downhill to a nice sandy beach and swimming hole across from the falls. After retracing your steps, the trail then goes southeast to Triple Falls, a 120 foot waterfall and then to High Falls, a 150 foot waterfall. Triple Falls drops in three sections. High Falls can be viewed from an overlook and is remarkable with a covered bridge at the top. The trail then climbs up and crosses the covered bridge and then continues to a smaller Grassy Creek Falls. DuPont State Forest is a mecca for mountain biking and this trail especially is popular for hiking and biking.

Located in Crowders Mountain State Park, this hike leads to the top of The Pinnacle, one of the two main peaks located within park, with the other being Crowder's Mountain. The trail gradually climbs through the forest and then becomes very rocky, passing through a small boulder field until it reaches the forest again. The top of The Pinnacle is very rocky again and has very interesting rock formations. The view from the top is amazing.

The main highlight of Cedar Falls Park is at the beginning of the trail-head, Cedar Falls, an expansive cascade on the Reedy river that has been called a miniature Niagra Falls. This is due to its shape, not height, as the falls aren't very tall. Regardless, they are visually appealing and worth seeing before starting the walk/hike through the park that mostly follows the Reedy River. Keep in mind that this park is still under development and eventually the trail network will be expanded and additional amenities included such as picnic groves, a playground, and interpretative signs describing the historical significance of the area. Such may eventually make the area very popular, but currently however, it lends itself to a very quiet and peaceful experience.

Renaissance Park has a great trail tucked away right in the middle of Charlotte. The trail is not too long, but is a lot of fun and multiple loops could be done for more mileage. Some areas of the trail are technically demanding with rocks and roots on a tight single track and even a couple steep descents. This is probably the most demanding trail in Charlotte proper.

This loop trail combines the Tom Miller trail with portions of the Bill Kimball, Coldsprings Branch and Jones Gap trails. While only a moderate ~6 total miles, this loop has some very steep sections and is thus only recommended for experienced hikers. Highlights of the trail include the well-known El Lieutenant, a 300 foot granite cliff, views of the Middle Saluda Valley, and hiking along the Saluda River.

The Forks Area Trail System offers a series of loops through a thickly forested area provide great mountain biking experiences for all levels of riders. This adventure features high elevations that provide panoramic views, strenuous uphill climbs and exhilarating downhills, thick vegetation and wildlife that includes many bird species and other animals. This is a minimal amount of climbing here which makes this a good trail for beginners while experts can test their jumping and cornering skills.

This adventure features Little Ocmulgee Lake and displays beautiful longleaf pine and Coastal Plain sand-hill habitats. There is a variety of wildlife in this area that includes gopher tortoises, armadillo, raccoons, white-tailed deer, indigo snakes and a diversity of birds. Vultures spend winters here, roosting in the trees by the lake. The various habitats here display stands of longleaf pines decorated in Spanish moss, insectivorous pitcher plant, dwarfed scrubby oak, and wiregrass. Be aware that there is a parking fee.