Want to bike, hike, run or go on a high tech treasure hunt?  Look no further - 11 miles on 307 acres await you.  Trail head access is in the back southeast corner of the parking lot and maps are available for purchase at the Outfitter's Store.  Leashed dogs are welcomed on the trails and please clean up after pets. 

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• Trail Video - Get a mountain biker's perspective through a point-of-view video
  

"I'm jealous of anyone who lives near this trail.  I would ride it everyday if I had the option and it's probably responsible for creating some strong mountain bikers."

-out of town rider

By Foot - Rolling trails rising 70 feet above the river offer a great location for a cardio workout or casual stroll while taking in some fantastic view of the Catawba River, Long Creek, and ridge point vistas.  The Woodland, wetland, and river environments offer diverse habitat for plants and animals including deer, turkey, osprety, and beaver.

By Bike - The single track network of trails is known as the best in the region.  River views, challenging climbs, and thrililng descents provide an excellent location to learn and build skills.  Helmets and mountain bikes designed for steep single track riding are required and are available for rent (credit card and driver's license required).  The Outfitter's shop offers bike gear for basic needs including tubes, tires, pumps, clothing, and more.  Learn More about Bikes and Rental Rates .  

By GPS - Want to join in on a high tech treasure hunt?  We have one focused on environmental education.  After a brief GPS receiver orientation you are on your own to find multiple waypoints hidden within 307 acres of land.  Caches are cleverly hidden and each has a stamp you log in your passport.  Learn More about Eco Caching .  

Service - Want to give back to the trail system?  Help us maintain the health of our trails through volunteering at one of our many Trail Days.  We will clean, repair, and build new trails during these events.  Email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to be a part of the volunteer team.  Eagle Scout projects are also welcomed and coordinated by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

History - Eighteen years ago the Tarheel Trailblazers began an effort to construct and maintain mountain biking trails at the current location of the USNWC.  Over this time the trails have been enjoyed by enthusiasts of all types and we are all thankful of those early hardworking efforts.  In 2004, the USNWC organized and worked out a long-term lease of the 307 acre property, ensuring the future security of the trail system.  In 2006, the USNC opened doors and began serving the mission to build strong communities by promoting healthy, active lifestyles.  The 11 miles of trails are on of the greatest assets of the Center.  Today, the USNWC is responsible for the management of the trail system and actively supports, develops, and maintains the trail system.  These management efforts are supported by the continued volunteerism of the Tarheel Trailblazers, Dirt Divas, REI, and others.  We applaud the volunteer trail building efforts of the past and encourage any group of individual interested in adding a hand to email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to be added to our volunteer list.