River to Clouds Route: Instructions on Passing Thru Lula Lake's Core Preserve
A permit is required to connect through Lula Lake Land Trust’s Core Preserve via mountain bike or by foot.
The River to Clouds Route (RCR) is a 36-mile trail that connects the Guild-Hardy Trail to Cloudland Canyon State Park. This route includes passing thru LLLT's Moonshine Trail and Core Preserve trail systems. While there is no permit required to recreate on LLLT's Moonshine Trail network portion of this long-distance trail, a permit IS required to pass thru LLLT's Core Preserve property.
Permits are $5 for ONE PERSON for ONE DAY ONLY. Each user MUST obtain a permit to utilize this section of trail. Permit users must stay on the RCR (which does NOT include access to LLLT's lake and waterfalls). You cannot park your vehicle at the LLLT Core Preserve or along the roadside of Lula Lake Rd. Entry by mountain bike or by foot only. During Open Gate Days (public access days), users must stop at the LLLT kiosk to show their permit to LLLT Check-in staff. The continuance for public use of the RCR Pass Thru Permit System traversing Lula Lake's Core Preserve section is dependent on the public adherence of the protocols set forth. Please be good stewards.
This permit ONLY provides access through LLLT's Core Preserve. Not all RCR landowners require permits. Users should research trail closures or permits for any other properties through which you are traveling.
The Lula Lake Core Preserve section of the River to Clouds Route is very technically challenging in both directions for hikers and riders. Those who choose to explore this trail by riding your bike, anticipate several hike a bike sections and please follow proper trail etiquette by yielding to ascending hikers.
PLEASE PRINT MAP AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS. The RCR Pass Thru trail will be marked with green diamond blazes.
Permits are $5 for ONE PERSON for ONE DAY ONLY. Each user MUST obtain a permit to utilize this section of trail. Permit users must stay on the RCR (which does NOT include access to LLLT's lake and waterfalls). You cannot park your vehicle at the LLLT Core Preserve or along the roadside of Lula Lake Rd. Entry by mountain bike or by foot only. During Open Gate Days (public access days), users must stop at the LLLT kiosk to show their permit to LLLT Check-in staff. The continuance for public use of the RCR Pass Thru Permit System traversing Lula Lake's Core Preserve section is dependent on the public adherence of the protocols set forth. Please be good stewards.
This permit ONLY provides access through LLLT's Core Preserve. Not all RCR landowners require permits. Users should research trail closures or permits for any other properties through which you are traveling.
The Lula Lake Core Preserve section of the River to Clouds Route is very technically challenging in both directions for hikers and riders. Those who choose to explore this trail by riding your bike, anticipate several hike a bike sections and please follow proper trail etiquette by yielding to ascending hikers.
PLEASE PRINT MAP AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS. The RCR Pass Thru trail will be marked with green diamond blazes.
Permits can ONLY be purchased online.
Facts:
- Follow the Green Blazes
- NO REFUNDS
- All RCR visitors are expected to leave the Core Preserve property no later than 5:00pm
- Be prepared.
- There is no parking on Lula Lake Road at any time - cars will be towed and/or citations will be issued.
- Pack out what you pack in. There are very limited trash facilities. Thanks for keeping Lula Lake clean!
- Camping available on LLLT Durham Property (click here for more information)
- Lula Lake Land Trust does not discriminate nor does it allow discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, marital status, nationality, political belief, race, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
- In case of emergencies while on property:
For serious emergencies while on property during Open Gate Day - call 911
Lost on a trail or need assistance while on property during Open Gate Day - call 706-483-2628
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LLLT Pass Thru Map of the Core Preserve
See below map for the LLLT Core Preserve's Cloudland Connector Trail section of the RCR. 
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Complete RCR Map:
See map below for the RCR Trail spanning from the moonshine trails to Cloudland Canyon State Park. 
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Did you know that Lula Lake is preserved through donations from generous supporters? These Heroes on Conservation are responsible for preserving the natural beauty that will take your breath away during your visit. Through support of donations, we have helped protect 12,000 acres for going on 26 years. Find out how you can make a difference by visiting our webpage here or emailing our Director of Development, Matthew, at matthew@lulalake.org.
Did you know that Lula Lake is preserved through donations from generous supporters? These Heroes on Conservation are responsible for preserving the natural beauty that will take your breath away during your visit. Through support of donations, we have helped protect 12,000 acres for going on 26 years. Find out how you can make a difference by visiting our webpage here or emailing our Director of Development, Matthew, at matthew@lulalake.org.
