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The Umstead Coalition 
Celebrating Umstead State Park since 1934!

2026 Sunset Hike Series

  • 04/13/2026
  • Umstead State Park
Sunset Over Reedy Creek Lake by Anna Winters

Join us for a series of Monday evening sunset hikes. Each hike follows a different route through Umstead State Park and surrounding open space. All hikes are free. Sign up on Meetup — spots are limited.

Monday, April 13 | 5:30–7:00pm: Sunset Hike passing Big Lake
A 3-mile loop on Sal's Branch Trail, passing Big Lake at sunset. All welcome, including older children.

Monday, May 4 | 6:00–8:30pm: Sunset Hike passing Davies Pond & Richland Lake
A 5-mile loop starting at Schenck Memorial Forest, following Richland Creek and passing Richland Lake at sunset. Recommended for older children and adults.

Monday, June 1 | 6:30–8:30pm: Sunset Hike passing Reedy Creek Lake
A 4-mile loop on the Loblolly Trail passing Reedy Creek Lake at sunset. Older children welcome.

Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Water and snacks recommended.

The Umstead Coalition

We are a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the natural integrity of William B. Umstead State Park and the surrounding open space.

WHO WE ARE

The Umstead Coalition is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.