First Day Hike at NC State Parks
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- Dates: January 1, 2026
- Location: Elk Knob State Park
- Address: 5564 Meat Camp Road, Todd, NC 28684
- Phone: (828) 297-7261
- Price: FREE
Start the new year right with a ranger-led 0.75-mile hike on the Maple Run and Beech Tree Trail loop. Both trails are considered easy. After the hike, there will be a campfire and hot cocoa at the amphitheatre.
Alternatively, plan a self-guided hike at Grandfather Mountain State Park or Elk Knob State Park. Find detailed hiking information and links to maps on our Hiking page.