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Salem Lake Dam – Salem Lake loop from Salem Creek

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Salem Lake Dam – Salem Lake loop from Salem Creek

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Salem Lake Dam – Salem Lake loop from Salem Creek

01:34

6.07km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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After 803 m for 101 m

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

After 5.17 km for 101 m

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

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Start point

Parking

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812 m

Salem Lake

Highlight • Lake

Salem Lake has been called the hidden diamond of Winston-Salem being located just minutes away from the downtown area. It's a beautiful area and it has the Salem Lake Trail …

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1.12 km

Salem Lake Dam is responsible for the nearby reservoir of the same name and dams up the Salem Creek. While hiking along the lake's shoreline, you will pass by the dam and can take a look at the massive construct.

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1.42 km

Salem Lake

Highlight • Lake

Salem Lake has been called the hidden diamond of Winston-Salem being located just minutes away from the downtown area. It's a beautiful area and it has the Salem Lake Trail …

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1.74 km

Lowery Mill Creek Crossing and Old Railway Bridge (Salem Lake Trail)

Highlight • Bridge

This man made crossing cuts across the creek and has a nice wooden bridge on it. The views of the lake are great and looking up the creek you can …

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1.74 km

Salem Lake

Highlight • Lake

Salem Lake is a reservoir located in Winston-Salem in North Carolina. It is known for its recreational opportunities like hiking, fishing, and boating. There is a nice multi-use trail leading all around the lake.

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3.04 km

Salem Lake

Lake

6.07 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.50 km

319 m

247 m

Surfaces

3.28 km

2.17 km

247 m

190 m

129 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 5 July

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Salem Lake Dam – Salem Lake loop from Salem Creek

Salem Lake

Salem Lake Dam

Salem Lake

Lowery Mill Creek Crossing and Old Railway Bridge (Salem Lake Trail)

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