Mooresville trails: Mazeppa Park's 2 miles walking and 7 miles bike trail, 1-mile park loops, and Lake Norman State Park's Lake Shore Trail and 30.5-mile Itusi.
Last checked Oct. 11, 2026. Town trail lengths come from the Town of Mooresville’s parks list and park ordinance; state park trails from N.C. State Parks’ Lake Norman State Park trails page.
For a walk close to home, Mooresville’s town parks have short loops from a third of a mile to 2 miles, and Mazeppa Park adds 7 miles of mountain bike trail. For a long hike or ride, Lake Norman State Park just north of town has the 5-mile Lake Shore Trail and the Itusi Bike Trail, 30.5 miles of loops. Parks and Recreation: 704-663-7026.
Who to call
- Town parks: Parks and Recreation, 704-663-7026; parks map
- Lake Norman State Park: 759 State Park Road, Troutman, 704-528-6350
- Police non-emergency: 704-664-3311
Town park trails
| Park | Address | Walking trail | Also |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mazeppa Park | 645 Mazeppa Road | 2 miles | 7 miles of mountain bike trail; 163 acres |
| Cornelius Road Park | 247 Cornelius Road | 1 mile | Dog park, disc golf |
| Bellingham Park | 1600 Bellingham Drive | 1 mile | Story-book trail for children |
| Magla Park | 91 Spencer St. | 0.5 mile | Playground, basketball |
| North Main Park | 1474 N. Main St. | 0.3 mile | Playground, batting cages |
Town parks are open sunrise to sunset unless posted otherwise. The town’s park rules bar motorized vehicles on trails unless the park ordinance allows them, keep pets on a leash of 6 feet or less, and prohibit outside alcohol. Parking is in each park’s own lot.
Lake Norman State Park
Lake Norman State Park, 759 State Park Road, Troutman, is free for day use and covers about 17 miles of the lake’s northern shoreline. From the park’s trails page:
Hiking trails
| Trail | Blaze | Length | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragonfly Trail | Paved path | 0.25-mile loop | Easy; accessible |
| Alder Trail | White diamonds | 0.8-mile loop | Easy |
| Lake Shore Trail | White diamonds | 5-mile loop | Moderate |
| Lake Shore north and Short Turn Trail | Red diamonds | 2.6-mile loop | Moderate |
| Lake Shore south and Short Turn Trail | Red diamonds | 3.2-mile loop | Moderate |
| Lake Shore loop plus Group Camp Spur | Red diamonds | 6.3 miles | Moderate |
Itusi Bike Trail (biking and hiking)
| Loop | Blaze | Length | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hicks Creek Loop | Blue circle | 1 mile | Easy |
| Fallstown Loop | White circle | 1.25 miles | Easy |
| Norwood Creek Loop | Blue circle | 2.5 miles | Easy to moderate |
| Fox Loop | White circle | 2.5 miles | Easy to moderate |
| Hawk Loop | Blue circle | 3 miles | Easy to moderate |
| Wildlife Loop | White circle | 4.25 miles | Easy to moderate |
| Monbo Loop | Yellow circle | 6.25 miles | Easy to moderate |
| Laurel Loop | Red circle | 9.75 miles | Moderate |
| Full Itusi Trail | 30.5 miles | Easy to moderate |
The park closes bike trails in wet weather; check its page or call before you ride. Park hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in October and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in November. Pets must be on an attended leash of 6 feet or less.
Greenway on the way
The town’s East Center Avenue project, due to finish at the end of 2026, adds a walking link from East Center Avenue at Elm Street to Willow Valley Park and a crosswalk to the Liberty Park greenway. See our road construction guide.
What this means for you
- Mazeppa Park is the in-town choice for both walking and mountain biking.
- New to the Itusi? Start with Hicks Creek or Fallstown, the two easy loops.
- The paved Dragonfly Trail at the state park is the accessible option.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I mountain bike in Mooresville?
Mazeppa Park, 645 Mazeppa Road, has 7 miles of mountain bike trail. Lake Norman State Park in Troutman has the Itusi Bike Trail, a 30.5-mile system of loops from 1 to 9.75 miles.
What is the best walking trail at Lake Norman State Park?
The Lake Shore Trail is a 5-mile hiking loop along the lake, rated moderate. For a short, easy walk, the Alder Trail is a 0.8-mile loop and the paved Dragonfly Trail is a 0.25-mile accessible loop.
Are there walking trails in Mooresville town parks?
Yes. Mazeppa Park has 2 miles of walking trail; Cornelius Road Park and Bellingham Park each have a 1-mile trail; Magla Park has a 0.5-mile trail and North Main Park a 0.3-mile trail.
Can I bring my dog on Mooresville trails?
Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet, in town parks and at Lake Norman State Park.
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