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Salem Lake
4.6 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Running trail in Kernersville, North Carolina · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Salem Lake yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
What runners say about Salem Lake
“Very peaceful and beautiful”
Great place to run, walk with or without your dog, bike, and you can also canoe in the lake. Polite people. Very peaceful and beautiful
Salem Lake is a really nice place to walk or kayak if you want to get outside and relax for a while. The trail is peaceful, the views are pretty, and it’s a great spot for some fresh air without having to go too far.
Excellent lake for most outdoor activities and just a great place to get outside. The lake offers a 7 mile loop trail for cycling, walking, or running. You may also see a good number of kayakers on a sunny day.
Love this. Great trails for the entire family. Grab bug spray and sunblock!
Trail conditions & character
“The trail is peaceful, the views are pretty, and it’s a great spot for some fresh air without having to go too far.”
Plan your run at Salem Lake
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
Running trails near Kernersville
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Salem Lake Trail
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Century Lake Park
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Union Cross Park
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