Elk Knob State Park - Maple Run Trail

https://thesociableadventurer.com/hom... If you’re starting your day at the Elk Knob State Park visitor center, the Maple Run Trail is a great first walk of the day. This short, easy 0.5-mile path winds through northern hardwood forest just outside the visitor center parking area — a peaceful, unhurried trail that’s perfect for a slow morning stroll, a break between bigger hikes, or a quick walk for visitors looking to get outside without a major commitment. The trail is also one of the park’s designated routes for cross-country skiing in the winter, making it a year-round favorite among Elk Knob regulars. #VisitNC #NC #NorthCarolina #Westernnc #WNC #hiking #hikingadventures #hikingtrails #blueridgemountains #appalachia #appalachianmountains #ashecounty #ashecountync #WataugaCounty #WataugaCountyNC #trails #outdoors #wildlife #ElkKnobStatePark #NCStateParks #thesociableadventurer