Ellis Park Trail

This 0.4-mile trail is in Ellis Park, a 26-acre destination devoted to including everyone in outdoor fun. The Carolina Thread Trail segment is across the street from the ball fields and accessible playground.
Trail Uses
Walking / hiking / running
Location
Salisbury (NC)
Length
0.40 miles, One Way
Difficulty
Easy
Surface
Gravel/Crushed stone, Natural surface, Mowed grass
Motorized Vehicles
Not Permitted
Fees
No
Pets
Permitted on leash
Parking Spaces
25
Restrooms
Yes
Hours
Dawm - Dusk

Description

The Carolina Thread Trail segment of the park starts across Old Mocksville Road from the larger softball field within Ellis Park. From near the #7 disc golf tee, the trail follows the course past the equestrian center.

Ellis Park itself includes a fully accessible playground, featuring accessible swings, musical instruments, slides, merry-go-round, and more. Rowan County Website.  The Therapeutic Division for Rowan County Parks and Recreation is also located at Ellis Park. This is a program to make recreation available for individuals with disabilities. Other activities and programs at the park include The Senior Games and Silver Arts division for Rowan County Parks and Recreation.

Trail Manager

Contact the Parks Supervisor at 704-216-7783.

Rowan County Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Director
6800 Bringle Ferry Road
Salisbury, NC 28146
704-216-7800
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Trailhead Information

Parking Address and Trailhead Location: 3541 Old Mocksville Road, Salisbury, NC 28144 MAP

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