Sauratown Trails Association

Announcements:

-The trails are now open for hikers at this time. Horseback riding will resume when it dries up and it's no longer muddy. Thanks for your understanding!

-The recently repaired Section 13 washout by the creek near Coon Rd. has once again washed out and caved in by a sinkhole. It has been marked and blocked off with a detour around it. Please be extra careful if you are hiking in this area and watch your footing closely.

-The old small bridge on Section 6 has been removed for safety reasons.

Pilot Mountain Park Superintendent, Matt Windsor, requested we forward the following statement to trail users:

"Construction will start on Pilot Mountain State Park’s Visitor Center November 12th. This will close the section of trail that makes up the Grassy Ridge Trail and the start of the Sauratown trail between Pinnacle Hotel Rd and Pilot Knob Park Rd. We plan to relocate and reopen this trail once the building footprint is completed.”

The temporary closure will impact both the Sauratown Trail and the Mountains-to-Sea Trail near the construction area.

Our Trails

The Sauratown Trail is a unique 25 mile bridle and hiking trail that connects Hanging Rock and Pilot Mountain State Parks. It is an official section of the North Carolina Mountains-to-Sea Trail, and is maintained by the Sauratown Trails Association. Our trail is unique because we rely on the generosity of private landowners who allow us to build, use and maintain trails on their property. The trails may be used by all horseback riders and hikers regardless of whether or not they are a STA member. The trails are located in Stokes and Surry Counties in north-central North Carolina.

Trails are open when...

The Sauratown Trails are open most of the year to all horseback riders and hikers. Bikes and motorized vehicles are not allowed. For your safety, the trails are closed only during deer hunting season (November to January) and wet, muddy conditions. When the state parks close their trails due to wet weather, Sauratown Trails are also closed. Please check the State Park websites for trail closure notices if there is any question. Pilot Mtn State Park Hanging Rock State Park

Parking Lot Directions

Currently there are 5 parking areas. Four of the parking areas are for horse trailers and cars, and one small area on Rockhouse Rd. is for cars only. They are listed here in order of largest to smallest.

Camping

Camping on the trail is not allowed, however, there are several locations near the trail where you can stable your horse or put up a tent and camp overnight for a small fee. Please check the websites below for availability and fees.

Mountain Trail Stables
Pilot Knob Inn
Bregman's Trail Riding
Jomeokee Campgrounds (people camping only)
You can also camp at the state parks listed above if you are hiking only

Laura and Tricia riding on trail section 13

Consider Donating to these trails...

If you enjoy the Sauratown Trails and would like to assist us in the cost of maintaining these trails, please consider making a donation through PayPal. Your donation is tax deductible as we are a registered 501c3 non-profit organization