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Rankin Lake Park Trail

This 1.6-mile loop trail is generally considered an easy route and is great for running and walking. Open year-round. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Location

1750 Rankin Lake Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

1.9 miles

Moderate

Best Use

Surface

Distance

Difficulty

Walking, Jogging

Walking, Running

GASTONIA

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Gastonia is the largest town in Gaston County, North Carolina and can be found just south of I-85 off of exit 17 in the center of the county. Hwy 321 runs north and south straight through town giving even better access to this booming metropolis.

Rankin Lake Park

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The 80-acre lake, complete with fishing pier and boat dock. Canoes, kayaks, johnboats and pedal boats are available to rent.

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Natural Surface

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Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain

Natural Surface

Easy

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This loop trail connects with a portion of the Turnback Trail and follows a creek for some portions of the trail.

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Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain

Natural Surface

Advanced

1.8 miles one way

Begins at the Linwood Access Area and ends at the radio towers on Crowders Mountain.

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