Carolina Thread Trail and Veterans Bridge Home are teaming up for a hike dedicated to our nation's heroes! Veterans and the veterans community are encouraged to join us for a relaxing hike along the Duke Kimbrell Trail and Stowe Connector, adjacent to Daniel Stowe Conservancy in Belmont, NC. This is a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow veterans and community members while enjoying the peace and beauty of nature. Service animals and well-behaved dogs are welcome to join!
We will hike a loop around Stowe Conservancy using the Duke Kimbrell Trail and Stowe Connector Trail. The trails will be mostly unpaved and narrow, with some sections comprised of natural dirt surfaces and some featuring crushed concrete. The terrain is fairly flat and any inclines are short. Most of the loop will be in the shade. Our route will take us down towards Lake Wylie and through a preserve owned by Catawba Lands Conservancy. All of the trails we will hike are free to the public, and we can expect to see a few other hikers out at the same time. After our hike the Trailhead Store will be open for refreshments.
Trail Name: Duke Kimbrell Trail and Stowe Connector
Address: 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012
Parking: Please park in the last row of the main parking lot near the edge of the field. See map below
Time: 8:00 am
Program Type: Hike/walk along natural surface trail
Distance: 4-4.5 miles
Age Restrictions? No
Dogs allowed? Service animals and well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome.
Bathrooms available? There are bathrooms available at the Daniel Stowe Conservancy and the Trailhead Store.
What to bring/wear: Wear comfortable clothes for hiking and walking. Closed-toed, sturdy shoes will be best for the unpaved surfaces of the trail. The majority of the trail is shaded but consider a hat for further sun protection. Please bring any food you need to be comfortable for the morning, as well as plenty of water.
What is provided: First aid kit, bug spray and sunscree