Are dogs allowed on Southwest Park Lake Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Southwest Park Lake Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Southwest Park Lake Trail?

No, Southwest Park Lake Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Southwest Park Lake Trail?

Southwest Park Lake Trail is rated easy. It is 1.1 miles long with 131 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Southwest Park Lake Trail suitable for kids?

Yes, Southwest Park Lake Trail is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyOut and Back

North Carolina

Southwest Park Lake Trail

Jamestown, North Carolina

1.1 mi

Distance

131 ft

Elev. Gain

24m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Lake Run Trail is one of the larger trails in Southwest Park. The beginning is near the south parking lot and the end at the intersection of the Chimney Run Trail and North parking lot. There are a number of ways to form a loop. The trail is well marked and has blue signs on it.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:225 ft

Max:238 ft

40 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.