With only 27 days before the Art Loeb Trail, I need to get into shape for this strenuous 30 mile hike. Just 15 minutes down the road is Lake Norman State Park. I hiked the Lake Shore Trail before but wanted to see if there's other trails in the park. I hiked the Alder Trail (1 mile) for a warm up trail. On the other side of the parking lot is the Itusi Trail, mostly for mountain bikers but hikers are allowed. If you add the Hawk Loop Trail and the Norwood Loop Trail makes for a 6.5 mile hike. The Norwood Trail was by far the most beautiful trail of the day with a lush blanket of greenery on the forest floor.
Total Miles: 7.5 WNC Parks: 6
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