Mill's Creek Trail
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North Carolina · Burke County

Mill's Creek Trail

3.6-mile moderate trail in Lake James State Park.

Rating
Length
3.6 mi
Difficulty
5
County
Burke
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About This Trail

A 3.6-mile moderate trail in Lake James State Park with mixed woodland terrain and elevation change.

Location

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Coordinates: 35.7503, -81.892
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Getting There

Start from Lake James State Park trailheads in the Paddy's Creek or Catawba area. Park GPS: 35.7503, -81.8920.

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