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  1. Areas
  2. NC
  3. …Raleigh - Durham Metro Area
  4. …Durham
  5. Brumley Nature Preserve
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“An easy hike on a multi-use trail through multiple habitats. ”

Matthew Rutledge
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1.2

Miles

1.9

KM

Loop

535' 163 m

High

478' 146 m

Low

65' 20 m

Up

63' 19 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

6%

Max Grade (3°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Views · Wildlife

Mountain bikers yield to hikers.

Description

The trail is easily accessible from the parking lot at Brumley Forest Nature Preserve. The trail features excellent bird watching opportunities as well as numerous wildflowers along Stony Creek.

Flora & Fauna

The trail passes through several different habitats, including hardwood forests, pine forests, and early successional habitat. Keep an eye out for wood ducks on Stony Creek!

Contacts

Local Club: Triangle Land Conservancy

Aug 3, 2026: TLC Protects 602 Acres Along the Neuse River in Johnston County

Aug 3, 2026: Make A Will Month: Leaving Behind A Legacy for Land

Jul 30, 2026: Brave The Summer Heat With These Hiking Tips!

Land Manager: TLC - Brumley Nature Preserve

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Matthew Rutledge
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  4.3 from 3 votes

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in Brumley Nature Preserve

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in Brumley Nature Preserve

#395

in North Carolina

#10,953

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A wet day brings out the intense green colors.
Apr 24, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC
The Wood Ducky Way trail travels through some beautiful thick forests.
Dec 1, 2017 near Hillsbo…, NC

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