Horseridge Trail
1.6 mi
Distance
499 ft
Elev. Gain
41m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Horseridge Trail is a point-to-point trail in South Mountains State Park, managed by the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, in Burke County, North Carolina. It is 1.6 miles long and gains 499 feet. Per North Carolina State Parks, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Salem, North Carolina, about 5 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 678 ft |
| High point | 1.5 mi | 804 ft |
| End | 1.6 mi | 783 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: North Carolina State Parks, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Source of truth
- South Mountains State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Salem, NC · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Burke County, NC
- Jurisdiction:
- South Mountains State Park · North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(828) 433-4772
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