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Stone Alley – Hawk Loop Trailhead loop from Lake Norman State Park

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Stone Alley – Hawk Loop Trailhead loop from Lake Norman State Park

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Stone Alley – Hawk Loop Trailhead loop from Lake Norman State Park

01:34

18.0km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.1 km for 265 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

1.90 km

View of Alder Trail and Hicks Creek

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

As Catawba River narrows down into Hicks Creek, the two shores are really close to one another. Enjoy great views of Alder Trail on the other side of the stream.

Tip by

2

6.89 km

Stone Alley

Highlight • Rest Area

The welcome centre of the park is made of stone buildings that fit the surrounding nature perfectly. This is an great and easy start/end to your ride.

Tip by

3

9.64 km

Hawk Loop Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

As you approach the edge of the parking lot, you'll spot the signage for the Hawk Loop Trailhead. From here, you can easily connect to the Norwood Loop Trail and Hick Creek Trail, all accessible right from this trailhead.

Tip by

4

10.3 km

Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

Park Lake is a lake fed by Norwood Creek in the northern part of Norman Lake State Park (formerly known as Duke Power State Park). This can be one of the better places within the park to spot wildlife.

Tip by

B

18.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.1 km

5.82 km

762 m

237 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.0 km

6.06 km

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