Sherman Branch Nature Preserve (NC)

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States

9.5 miles (15.3 km) · 480 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Sherman Branch Nature Preserve (NC) is a 9.5-mile loop route in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States, gaining 475 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 3 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 3.2 miles gaining 222 feet at an average 0.7% grade. Nearly the entire route is runnable at a steady effort. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with a climb.