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Lake Townsend – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Dam

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Lake Townsend – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Dam

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Lake Townsend – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Dam

02:24

29.8km

150m

Cycling

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

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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6 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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5.22 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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10.2 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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24.4 km

Bridge over Reedy Fork

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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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24.5 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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29.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

8.32 km

2.69 km

Surfaces

18.8 km

9.75 km

1.26 km

Elevation

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Lake Townsend – Lake Townsend loop from Lake Brandt Dam

Reedy Fork Trail

Blue Heron Trail

Lake Townsend

Bridge over Reedy Fork

Lake Townsend

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