Between the ice and snow and rain, the single-track trails in DuPont Forest are a muddy mess. Please help us protect our trails and stick to Forest roads and two-track trails.
From the N.C. Forest Service
“In response to extremely wet conditions, DuPont State Recreational Forest (DSRF) has closed all single-track trails effective until noon, Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022. Forest roads and two-track trails will remain open. Visitors are asked to stay off the single-track trails because wet trails are susceptible to rutting, erosion, and other damage from foot, bicycle and equestrian traffic. Several drying days will be necessary before single-track trails can reopen. DSRF staff appreciates visitors adjusting plans and remembering that we each play a role in keeping the trail system sustainable for future use.”
Updates to this advisory will be available on the DSRF website.
Roads and Wider Double-Track Trails that Remain Open During a Single-Track Trail Closure:
The Airstrip (the paved airstrip is open; the Airstrip Trail is CLOSED)
Bridal Veil Falls Road
Buck Forest Road
Camp Summit Road
Conservation Road
Corn Mill Shoals Trail
Hickory Mountain Road (currently closed due to timber harvest)
Fawn Lake Road
High Falls Loop
Holly Road
Hooker Falls Trail (hiking only)
Joanna Road
Lake Imaging Road
Lake Julia Road
Rock Quarry Road
Sheep Mountain Road
Tarkiln Branch Road
Thomas Cemetery Road
White Pine Trail
White Pine Loop
Wintergreen Falls Trail
Report any trail hazards here.
Updated 1/31/2022
Official Notice from the N.C. Forest Service.
In response to continued hazardous conditions from Winter Storm Izzy, officials at DuPont State Recreational Forest (DSRF) and Holmes Educational State Forest (HESF) have extended their Hazardous Conditions Notices through Friday, Feb. 4, 2022. Parking areas and trails remain covered with snow and ice.
A single-track trail closure is in effect for both forests, and forest officials encourage the public to stay home and stay safe.
A single-track trail closure is in effect for both forests, and forest officials encourage the public to stay home and stay safe.
The 9”-12” of snow and ice in DSRF, HESF and the surrounding area has created hazardous conditions such as delays in emergency help, unsafe road and trail conditions, overhead hazards from weakened or damaged trees and inoperable/inaccessible facilities including parking areas and restrooms.
Visitors are encouraged to plan their visit for a later date when forest staff have been able to assess conditions and make necessary repairs. During any visit, visitors should pay attention to all signage and barricades related to possible trail and road closures. Updates to this advisory will be available on the DSRF website the HESF website.
Report any trail hazards (especially downed trees) here.
