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Blue Heron Trail – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Marina

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Blue Heron Trail – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Marina

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Blue Heron Trail – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Marina

02:29

32.7km

180m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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898 m

Reedy Fork Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a heavily wooded area where you might see signs of wildlife like raccoons, deer, and beavers. The trail parallels the Reedy Fork Creek. It is a dedicated mountain …

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6.07 km

Blue Heron Trail

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

This is an easy fun flowing trail with some small jumps and whoop-de-doos. It is right next to Lake Townsend, giving you some nice views at times. This is a …

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20.2 km

King Fisher Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Located along the edge of Lake Townsend, there is plenty of variety for both beginner and experienced riders on this trail. It was designed for mountain bikers so it is …

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26.5 km

Bridge over Reedy Fork

Highlight • Bridge

You can get some great views over the water from this bridge, which spans Reedy Fork and looks toward Lake Townsend in the southeast. You'll have to run on the shoulder for this short span.

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26.5 km

Lake Townsend

Highlight • Lake

Lake Townsend, named in honor of Greensboro City Manager James R. Townsend was built and open for recreation in 1969. Boat ramps are available for private boat launching. Kayaks and …

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32.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.3 km

8.56 km

1.79 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.3 km

9.02 km

1.26 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 21 July

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Blue Heron Trail – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Marina

Reedy Fork Trail

Blue Heron Trail

King Fisher Trail

Bridge over Reedy Fork

Lake Townsend

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