Walking into Winter: Top Greater Wilmington Trails to Explore

Fort Fisher Recreation Area 

Walk around the old battle mounds and soak in the history of this historic site, or check out the lightly trafficked 2.2 mile out and back Hermit trail.

• 2.2 Mile 
• Elevation Gain 9 ft 
• Out and Back 

Address: 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach, NC 28449

Logan’s local tip: Are you looking for a sunset spot? We've got the perfect place! Drive down Highway 421 to the rocks (The Rocks, Kure Beach, NC 28449) for a gorgeous view of the sunset over the river. 

Carolina Beach State Park

The Sugar Loaf trail is an excellent choice for an afternoon hike. This 3.4-mile loop trail takes you along the beautiful Cape Fear River, into the woods, and ends at a historic Native American Lookout, known as Sugar Loaf.  

• 3.4 miles
• Elevation Gain 39 ft 
• Loop

Address: 1010 State Park Rd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428

Logan’s local tip: Take your dogs to this one! This trail is perfect for letting the dogs run and cool off in the water. 

Brunswick Nature Park 

The Brunswick Nature Preserve trail is a 5.5 mile lightly trafficked loop, featuring views of the untouched wetlands. 

• 5.5 Mile
• Elevation Gain 88ft  
• Loop

Address: 2601 River Rd SE, Winnabow, NC 28479

Take a walk on the beach 

There are so many options just a short drive away!

• Carolina Beach 
• Wrightsville Beach 
• Topsail Beach 
• Oak Island 

Take your pick! You can’t go wrong when picking between these friendly, gorgeous beaches. 

The #1 requested amenity in master-planned neighborhoods are walking and biking trails. That’s why we have our homes in communities that value walking and healthy living. For many of our communities, the connections made through walking in biking trails is more than just for exercise - it helps connect you to neighbors! Check out one of our Leland, NC preferred communities, Brunswick Forest, which contains over 100 miles of walking and biking trails!