Secret Creek Trail
Durant Nature Preserve, Wake County, NC
Out-and-back trail in Durant Nature Preserve, Wake County, NC. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 43 ft (13 m)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 282 ft (86 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Shelter: Sassafras Shelter 1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Shelter: Sweet Gum Shelter 1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Shelter 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Toilets: Public Restroom 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Secret Creek Trail
How long is Secret Creek Trail?
Secret Creek Trail is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) long. Most people take about 20 min. It climbs 43 ft (13 m) in total, up to a high point of 282 ft (86 m).
How hard is Secret Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Secret Creek Trail?
Parking at the far end. Closest lot to the start: South Parking Lot. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Secret Creek Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 1.1 mi (1.7 km).
Is Secret Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Is Secret Creek Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Secret Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near Secret Creek Trail?
Mex/Tex, 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Food Lion, 1 mi (1.6 km).
Is this a good week for Secret Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Simms Branch Trail Durant Nature Preserve · Easy · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Lakeside Trail South Durant Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Border Trail Durant Nature Preserve · Easy · 3.8 mi (6.2 km)
- Nature Trail Durant Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Lakeside Trail North Durant Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Order of the Arrow Trail Durant Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Beaver Pond Trail Durant Nature Preserve · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
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