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Mecklenburg County

Shady Hollow and Pine Hollow Trail loop — McDowell Nature Preserve

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North Carolina

Mecklenburg County

Shady Hollow and Pine Hollow Trail loop — McDowell Nature Preserve

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Shady Hollow and Pine Hollow Trail loop — McDowell Nature Preserve

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4.32km

40m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 22, 2025

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111 m

McDowell Nature Center

McDowell Nature Center features live native animals, a discovery hall, and a gift shop for visitors to the county’s oldest and largest nature preserve. There are also educational programs ranging …

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1.43 km

Porter Branch is a small stream running through the McDowell Nature Preserve. The Cove Trail follows this stream for a bit. Small wooden bridges carry visitors over the stream, keeping their feet dry.

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2.82 km

Lake Wylie Cove

The Lake Wylie Cove is an an attractive spot along the intricate shores of Lake Wylie in the McDowell Nature Preserve. This peaceful area is a great place to look …

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4.32 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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3.21 km

795 m

220 m

102 m

Surfaces

3.21 km

862 m

137 m

118 m

Elevation

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Shady Hollow and Pine Hollow Trail loop — McDowell Nature Preserve

McDowell Nature Center

Porter Branch

Lake Wylie Cove

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