Purgatory Mountain Trails
Explore wooded slopes and two mountain summits beyond the Zoo’s animal habitats.
North end of the North Carolina Zoo’s North America parking lot, Asheboro
Nearly five miles across four trails. The first 0.2 mile has an accessible fine-gravel surface; farther sections become rocky or steep. Leashed dogs are allowed on these trails. Observe the separately posted seasonal trail hours and Zoo operating days. Trail access does not include Zoo admission or permission to take pets into Zoo visitor areas.
Visitor information: https://www.nczoo.org/experiences/attractions/hiking-trails
North end of the North Carolina Zoo’s North America parking lot, Asheboro
Nearly five miles across four trails. The first 0.2 mile has an accessible fine-gravel surface; farther sections become rocky or steep. Leashed dogs are allowed on these trails. Observe the separately posted seasonal trail hours and Zoo operating days. Trail access does not include Zoo admission or permission to take pets into Zoo visitor areas.
Visitor information: https://www.nczoo.org/experiences/attractions/hiking-trails