Sterne's Fen Nature Preserve – Petersen Park Beach loop from Cary
Sterne's Fen Nature Preserve – Petersen Park Beach loop from Cary
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Sterne's Fen Nature Preserve – Petersen Park Beach loop from Cary
03:02
51.1km
180m
Cycling
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: August 5, 2026
Tips
Temporary access restrictions
Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.
After 16.2 km for 9.33 km
Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)
After 26.0 km for 9.33 km
Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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11.4 km
The Prairie Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
13.5 km
Sterne's Fen Nature Preserve
Highlight • Forest
Tip by
25.8 km
Petersen Park Beach
Highlight • Beach
Tip by
29.7 km
Cold Springs Park
Nature Reserve
39.8 km
Veteran Acres Park
Highlight • Forest
Tip by
40.9 km
Crystal Lake Brewing Company
Highlight • Pub
Tip by
51.1 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
42.1 km
5.62 km
2.75 km
447 m
250 m
Surfaces
40.6 km
8.91 km
1.18 km
499 m
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Elevation
Highest point (280 m)
Lowest point (230 m)
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