Park

Thermal Belt Rail Trail

16 locals recommend,
Location
125 Reveley St
Spindale, NC
Alexander Mills

Tips from locals

Diane
July 29, 2019
Walk, bike or rollerblade this 13.5 mile paved trail which extends from Gilkey to Forest City, with multiple trailheads along the way. Restaurants, etc. en route.
Hollie And Paul
November 17, 2019
The trail starts in Gilkey and ends in Forest City. There are various parking areas and you can do whatever distance suits you! Walk, jog, or bike-it’s a beautiful way to see the areas
Oscar
July 16, 2022
13,58 Miles long! You can rent bikes on OPENBOX Bikes & Fitness Address: 153 W Main St. Spindale NC 28160
Derek & Misty
December 6, 2021
13.58 Mile long converted railway, the Thermal Belt Rail Trail is a paved, 12' wide trail running through the heart of Rutherford County, NC. Once a railway for trains people enjoy walking, running, and bicycling on this converted smooth paved trail.
Stacey
September 19, 2021
You can walk, ride a bike, skateboard or scooter along this trail that runs for thirteen miles. There are picnic tables, benches, exercise equipment, and various other stuff along the way; get on and off and browse the downtown areas of Spindale and Forest City.

Thermal Belt Rail Trail by Airbnb Experiences

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