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Springhouse Loop

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  2. NC
  3. …Raleigh - Durham Metro Area
  4. …Durham
  5. Brumley Nature Preserve
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“The longest trail at Brumley that takes visitors through many habitats. ”

Matthew Rutledge
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3.5

Miles

5.7

KM

Point to Point

538' 164 m

High

471' 144 m

Low

113' 34 m

Up

112' 34 m

Down

1%

Avg Grade (1°)

4%

Max Grade (2°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · River/Creek · Spring · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Mountain bikers yield to hikers.

Description

The Springhouse Loop winds through the forests of Brumley, providing a lengthy and challenging hike for visitors. The slopes above Stony Creek provide excellent views as the trail switchbacks up the hill.

Flora & Fauna

Many herbaceous plants, including black cohosh, bloodroot, and mayapple can be found along the trail. Keep an eye open for beaver activity along Stony Creek.

Contacts

Local Club: Triangle Land Conservancy

Nov 4, 2026: Species Spotlight: American Beautyberry

Oct 22, 2026: Protecting the Last Great Wilderness Area of the Triangle

Oct 14, 2026: TLC protects 69 acres of cultural and natural importance in the Marks Creek Priority Area

Land Manager: TLC - Brumley Nature Preserve

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Matthew Rutledge
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Trail Ratings

  4.6 from 7 votes

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in Brumley Nature Preserve

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#9

in Brumley Nature Preserve

#236

in North Carolina

#7,456

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Springhouse Loop
Sep 4, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC
A successful beaver dam.
Apr 24, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC
Cedar-Apple Rust Fungus.
Apr 24, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC
Such a beautiful trail!
Sep 4, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC
So peaceful
Sep 4, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC
A Beautiful tree cut in half
Sep 4, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC

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May 21, 2023
Michael Sander
Dec 25, 2017
Chunkyun Seok
Conservation bridal veil fall 7.5mi
Oct 27, 2017
Peter Somers
Sep 3, 2017
Samantha Osborne
Had an amazing time hiking! We almost stepped on a baby copperhead definitely keep an eye out, We heard cats &seen a lot of deers. Amazing experience! 4.3mi
Jul 29, 2017
Heather Lowe
4.6mi

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