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Hawk Loop Trailhead – Hicks Creek Loop Trail loop from Lake Norman State Park

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Hawk Loop Trailhead – Hicks Creek Loop Trail loop from Lake Norman State Park

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Hawk Loop Trailhead – Hicks Creek Loop Trail loop from Lake Norman State Park

00:50

9.55km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake Norman State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

103 m

Hawk Loop Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

As you approach the edge of the parking lot, you'll spot the signage for the Hawk Loop Trailhead. From here, you can easily connect to the Norwood Loop Trail and Hick Creek Trail, all accessible right from this trailhead.

Tip by

2

1.39 km

Hicks Creek Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Hicks Creek Loop Trail is a lightly trafficked and mostly shaded path, offering an easy hike with a few hilly sections and switchbacks. It's ideal for beginners and families, with especially stunning scenery in the fall.

Tip by

B

9.55 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.02 km

1.64 km

665 m

237 m

Surfaces

7.03 km

1.63 km

902 m

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Thursday 5 November

23°C

17°C

56 %

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