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White Pines Trail

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 4.5 (2)
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  2. NC
  3. …Raleigh - Durham Metro Area
  4. White Pines Nature Preserve
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“Main trail that drops down steep bluffs to the banks of the Rocky River. ”

Matthew Rutledge
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KM

96%

Runnable

354' 108 m

High

284' 87 m

Low

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Up

71' 21 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

9%

Max Grade (5°)

Dogs Leashed

Features River/Creek · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

This trail is open from dawn to dusk, 365 days a year.

Description

The White Pines Trail starts at the main parking area and connects to both the Gilbert Yager Trail and the River Trail, in addition to the Overlook Path, which offers a bench with views of the Rocky River below. The trail passes through a loblolly pine and mixed hardwood forest and it descends the steep bluffs that tower over the Rocky River.

Flora & Fauna

A unique mountain ecosystem exists in the Piedmont, including white pines and mountain laurel.

Contacts

Local Club: Triangle Land Conservancy

Jan 15, 2026: Be a force for nature: TLC’s 2026 photo contest

Jan 13, 2026: Conservation Easements 101

Dec 17, 2025: Cheers to 10 years, Margaret!

Land Manager: TLC - White Pines Nature Preserve

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Matthew Rutledge
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