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Swepsonville River Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 179 Google reviews · Running trail in Graham, North Carolina · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Swepsonville River Park'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.
Public park offering kid-friendly hiking trails, a river, and picnic tables.
What runners say about Swepsonville River Park
“As a newcomer to the South, it was refreshing to breathe in the clean, fresh air, walk on the scenic green grass, and admire the fast-flowing river.”
“First and foremost, the Raw River is absolutely beautiful, and the best word to describe this park is "peaceful.”
“First and foremost, the Raw River is absolutely beautiful, and the best word to describe this park is "peaceful.”
“Fun for all ages & a simple stone access down to the waters edge.”
I had an absolute blast exploring Swepsonville River Park! First and foremost, the Raw River is absolutely beautiful, and the best word to describe this park is "peaceful." There are so many hidden gems here that only locals seem to know about.
A shallow water river access, wade height across the whole Haw river here. Fun for all ages & a simple stone access down to the waters edge. There are also easy to walk trails, and a popular place to bring dogs on leash for exercise.
Clean little park with a very easy walking trail along the river. Grab a coffee and go for a stroll.
Great place to relax by the river, walk along the trail with your dog, wade in the water, kayak, fish, picnic & enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.
Trail conditions & character
“First and foremost, the Raw River is absolutely beautiful, and the best word to describe this park is "peaceful.”
“Great place to relax by the river, walk along the trail with your dog, wade in the water, kayak, fish, picnic & enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.”
“Public restroom is a porta John, but it was very clean, no worries there.”
“It gets muddy after the rain but when the sun is really out, the water is so clear.”
“First and foremost, the Raw River is absolutely beautiful, and the best word to describe this park is "peaceful.”
Plan your run at Swepsonville River Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitethehaw.org
- Phone(336) 229-2410
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–9 PM |
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