Mims Park Nature Trails, Holly Springs, North Carolina
I love getting out in nature and walking on trails. North Carolina has gorgeous fall weather, and I recently checked out a short trail in Holly Springs – Mim’s Trail.
You can either park along the road, or in the parking lot. I can’t imagine that there would be a shortage of parking here, unless it is during another event (for example, Saturday farmer’s market).
This trail is easy to find, right next to the Holly Springs Cultural Center.
There is a sign where the trail picks up along the parking lot, but you can also access the trail from a few other points (such as a neighborhood on the opposite side).
There is no trailhead or kiosk with trail information, so I pulled up the information online. This is just a short loop, and there are some signs, so it would be tough to get lost.
This map is from the Holly Springs website as of 2026. Always check for updates before going as the information can change.
The trail is quite short, and is about a 0.8 mile loop. I did several loops to get some mileage in. There are some hilly parts in the trail, so while it is a short trail, it is not completely flat.
There is a spot where you can check out the natural springs as well. It was not particularly impressive, but it is part of Holly Springs history.
Towards the middle of the site is the historic gravesite of Town founder G.B. Alford.
The trails are dirt, not paved, but they are all in good condition.
Like any natural trail, there were some bumps, tree roots, etc., which is natural for a trail.
Overall, I thought it was a nice spot for a quick loop around the preserve. It was very scenic and quiet, despite being a little pocket between downtown Holly Springs and the neighborhoods nearby.
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