Rockingham Community College

Rockingham Community College’s trail system offers hikers an inviting journey through a diverse landscape that includes pine and hardwood forests, meandering creeks, a variety of native plant species, and a small cascade. Established in 1974, RCC’s trails wind through the wooded portion of campus.

• Woodlands Trail | 1.9 miles, Easy – Trail width of 5 feet.
• Cascades Trail | 1.25 miles, Intermediate – Trail width ranging from 3-4 feet.
• Campus Loop | 0.5 miles, Easy – Trail width varies.

Accessibility Overview:

• Woodlands Trail – Average Grade/Steepness: Beginner (≤10% grade), smooth natural surface with gentle ups and downs.
• Cascades Trail – Average Grade/Steepness: Intermediate (≤10% grade with some short sections up to 15%), smooth to variable natural surface with some roots and rocks, gentle to moderate ups and downs.
• Campus Loop – Average Grade/Steepness: Beginner (≤10% grade), smooth asphalt or concrete surface with gentle ups and downs.

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