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Upper Falls Trail loop from South Mountains State Park - Jacob Fork Access

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United States
North Carolina
Burke County

Upper Falls Trail loop from South Mountains State Park - Jacob Fork Access

Hard

4.7

(2011)

8,743

runners

Upper Falls Trail loop from South Mountains State Park - Jacob Fork Access

02:42

19.6km

700m

Running

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

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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South Mountains State Park

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13.8 km

Upper Falls Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Upper Falls Trail connects the High Shoals Falls with the western rest of the South Mountains State Park. It leads through forest and features some great views of the surrounding landscape.

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19.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.14 km

5.63 km

4.68 km

1.20 km

Surfaces

10.7 km

6.14 km

2.63 km

162 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (680 m)

Lowest point (380 m)

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Wednesday 14 October

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