With its scenic landscape and diverse terrain, Winston-Salem and its surrounding areas boast a variety of hiking trails, ranging from easy strolls to challenging hikes that take you to stunning vistas. Here are some of the best hiking trails in and around the Twin City:

Salem Lake Trail - This 7-mile loop trail is perfect for beginners and families. It's a popular destination for hiking, biking, and fishing. The trail offers scenic views of the lake and the surrounding woods. Here’s a map of the trail. 

Pilot Mountain Trail - Pilot Mountain is a well-known landmark in the Winston-Salem area, and the trail to the top offers incredible views of the surrounding landscape. The trail is moderately challenging, but the view from the top is well worth the effort. For a list of all trails at Pilot Mountain State Park, click here.

Hanging Rock State Park - Located just outside of Winston-Salem, Hanging Rock State Park offers a variety of trails for hikers of all skill levels. The park's most popular trail is the 2.6-mile Hanging Rock Trail (round trip), which leads to the top of Hanging Rock and offers stunning views of the park and surrounding area. This map describes all of the many hiking routes in detail. 

Tanglewood Park - Tanglewood Park is a popular destination for families, bicyclists, and horseback riders with miles of designated trails winding through the park's 1,100 acres. The park offers a mix of easy and moderate walking and multi-use trails. You can find a map of the trails here.

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