Alexander County

The best running trails in Alexander County

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Running in Alexander County is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Alexander County—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

George Ivey Arboretum loop from Viewmont	Intermediate 00:45 7.30km
Running loop from Viewmont	Intermediate 00:45 7.17km
Running loop from Taylorsville	Intermediate 00:47 6.49km
Running loop from North Hickory	Intermediate 00:43 6.80km
Rocky Face loop from Taylorsville	Intermediate 00:51 6.37km
Horseford Creek loop from Viewmont	Intermediate 00:58 9.15km

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George Ivey Arboretum loop from Viewmont
00:45
7.30km
6:13/km
40m
40m
Intermediate
13
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from Viewmont
00:45
7.17km
6:18/km
70m
70m
Intermediate
5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Running loop from Taylorsville
00:47
6.49km
7:17/km
80m
80m
Intermediate
6
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from North Hickory
00:43
6.80km
6:17/km
70m
70m
Intermediate
4
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
Rocky Face loop from Taylorsville
00:51
6.37km
7:59/km
200m
200m
Intermediate
7
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Horseford Creek loop from Viewmont
00:58
9.15km
6:17/km
90m
90m
Intermediate
5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Running loop from Oxford Park

00:40

5.54km

7:12/km

80m

Intermediate

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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September 11, 2025

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The best running trails in Alexander County

George Ivey Arboretum loop from Viewmont

Running loop from Viewmont

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Running loop from Taylorsville

Running loop from North Hickory

Rocky Face loop from Taylorsville