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North Carolina

Burke County

Routes
Running Trails
United States
North Carolina

Burke County

The best running trails in Burke County

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Running in Burke 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 Burke 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.

Last updated: October 2, 2025

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1. Catawba River Greenway — Morganton

17.7km

01:50

80m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Fonta Flora Trail loop — Fonta Flora County Park

6.38km

00:56

90m

Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Chestnut Knob Trail, Sawtooth Trail, & Little River Trail loop — South Mountains State Park

11.4km

01:32

340m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Paddy's Creek Trail & Mill Creek Trail loop — Lake James State Park

8.60km

01:10

60m

Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Shortoff Mountain Trail — Linville Gorge Wilderness

7.40km

01:20

360m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Valdese Greenway to McGalliard Falls — Valdese Lakeside Park

6.75km

00:43

50m

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

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7. Horseridge Trail loop — South Mountains State Park

15.2km

01:52

400m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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8. West & East Wimba Trails loop — Lake James State Park

17.0km

02:06

200m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Linville Gorge Trail & Pinch In Trail loop — Linville Gorge Wilderness

12.7km

02:13

590m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. High Shoals Falls & Big Bear Falls loop — South Mountains State Park

8.67km

01:10

320m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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