Loblolly and Reedy Creek Trail Loop

The Loblolly and Reedy Creek Trail Loop is a great loop trail for hiking, running and biking in Umstead State Park near Raleigh, North Carolina. 

TRAIL
I started my run on the Loblolly Trail from the parking area and then continued on the Reedy Creek Trail. Combining these two trails forms a loop back to the parking area. The trail is a 4-mile loop with approximately 450 feet of elevation gain. This trail is moderately difficult. 

PARKING
I parked at the south entrance parking lot of Umstead State Park. 

PROS

• Trail is 0.5 mi off I-40
• Great for newer trail runners as it has moderately difficult terrain
• Very quiet and away from the road noise
• Reedy Creek Lake lookout at 3.1 mi mark

CONS

• Last 1.7 mi is on a gravel path