Mission
What We’re Up To… The mission of the non-profit Elkin Valley Trails Association (EVTA) is to increase the quality of life in the Elkin Valley by building and promoting a network of trails and greenways. These trails and greenways will provide educational opportunities, preserve…
History
History of the Elkin Valley Trails Association The Elkin Valley Trails Association (EVTA) has become a cornerstone organization in the Elkin community. The EVTA brings people together through a common goal of creating and maintaining a higher quality of life while boosting the local…
Our Area Trails
Mountains to Sea Trail: Elkin “in Town” Trail – Elkin “tree sign” to Gong Trail length: 2 miles Difficulty: easy, level grade Surface: Sidewalk and granite dust The Westbound trail starts at the “tree sign” at the intersection of Main Street and East Market…
Enjoy Some Great Trail Photography
Enjoy Before and After photos of the Elkin and Alleghany Rail Trail. Photography by Keith Hall Photography of Elkin NC.
Upcoming Events
8/19 2017 Yadkin Riverkeeper Tour. This is one of the last Riverkeeper paddles of 2017. Enjoy the Yadkin from Ronda to Crater Park in Elkin (6.8 mi, approx. 2 hours). https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017-yadkin-riverkeeper-tour-paddle-in-elkin-tickets-31762885646?aff=erelexpmlt 9/9 Hike and paddle the Mountains-to-Sea Trail in one day. Yes, that’s 1,175…
Maintenance Volunteers
As we continue to grow our trails, we need to maintain them. We need volunteers to: Spearhead a section for trimming/mowing/weeding. Walk a section quarterly, and as needed such as after a major storm. Report major issues for team help. Fix minor issues…
