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Latta Nature Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,351 Google reviews · Running trail in Huntersville, North Carolina · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 1 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Latta Nature Preserve's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Latta Plantation Preserve's interpretive center, with native animals, a habitat garden & gift shop.
What runners say about Latta Nature Preserve
“The trails are well-maintained, clearly marked, and surrounded by beautiful scenery that makes you feel miles away from the city.”
“The trails are well-maintained, clearly marked, and surrounded by beautiful scenery that makes you feel miles away from the city.”
“The trails are well-maintained, clearly marked, and surrounded by beautiful scenery that makes you feel miles away from the city.”
“Split Rock Trail - offers around 1 mile moderate to easy hike through peaceful forest scenery with rewarding glimpses of Mountain Island Lake.”
“Split Rock Trail - offers around 1 mile moderate to easy hike through peaceful forest scenery with rewarding glimpses of Mountain Island Lake.”
Awesome great place to walk or hike! It has a launch for kayaking or paddle boarding. Great views of the lake & good places to sit or eat under a shelter w picnic tables
This place is beautiful. It has miles of walking trails. The welcome center is fantastic with lots of interactive kid exhibits. It was early spring and people were out, but it never felt overly crowded. There are different parkings locations all over the preserve we will absolutely be back.
Great trails for all levels. I have been on several different trails now. Some go around the lake while others are more inland. Great restroom facilities. Great place to bring a picnic. Felt very safe.
Awesome series of trails. I love coming here and taking a break from the noise of everyday life. The serenity and peacefulness here is not to be missed. With a ton of paths and variety of activities allowed on the trails, there's something to interest everyone.
Trail conditions & character
“The trails are well-maintained, clearly marked, and surrounded by beautiful scenery that makes you feel miles away from the city.”
“Split Rock Trail - offers around 1 mile moderate to easy hike through peaceful forest scenery with rewarding glimpses of Mountain Island Lake.”
“We parked at an area that had picnic tables and a restroom which were both well kept.”
“The trail is not well marked and there are many tree roots along the way, but if that does not bother you then it’s perfect.”
Plan your run at Latta Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance1 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteparkandrec.mecknc.gov
- Phone+1 980-314-7878
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
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