Dan Nicholas Park Trail

The 2 mile loop was hard to find. You can find the entrance by these signs which are off the trail around the lake. When you see these signs, go past them and walk across the field. Here you will find the trailhead. (Credit: David Morway)

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"Dan Nicholas Park is home to a campground, lake, carousel, train, gem mine, aquarium and nature center, animal habitats, and more." Dan Nicholas Park Webpage The Dan Nicholas Park Trail begins at Lake Murtis to the Persimmon Branch Trail.

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Location

Salisbury (NC)

Length

2.0 miles, Loop

Difficulty

Easy

Surface

Natural surface

Motorized Vehicles

Not Permitted

Fees

Pets

Permitted on leash

Parking Spaces

Restrooms

Yes

Hours

9 AM - 5 PM except during special events

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Description

"Dan Nicholas Park was created originally with a gift in 1968 of 330 acres of land from Mr. Dan Nicholas, a local entrepreneur and philanthropist." Dan Nicholas Park Webpage The park is now a 450-acre park that is home to the Hayden's Carousel and Miner Moose Gem Mine. There are cabins to rent to ensure all that the entire park can be enjoyed.

The Carolina Thread Trail winds around Lake Murtis where the paddle boats are rented during the park's season. It connects to the Persimmons Branch Trail which is written up for it's bird watching opportunities. NC Birding Trail Website The Rowan Wildlife Adventure area for which there is a fee is home to black bear, bald eagle and various foxes.

Other Information

See the Dan Nicholas Park Map for all the attractions available at the the park. Train, carousel, golf, gem mine, and paddle boats are close during the off season.

Trail Manager

Contact the Park Maintenance Supervisor at 704.216.7812

Rowan County Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Director
6800 Bringle Ferry Road
Salisbury, NC 28146
704-216-7800
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Park Address: Dan Nicholas Park, 6800 Bringle Ferry Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146

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