You’re right, Chris. That old tobacco barn and the giant white oak that come out of nowhere are especially good views. There’s also a nice view of the lake on a small bluff in through that area.

Great, Charlie! Thanks.

Re the issue of what constitutes a view: For me, it doesn’t have to be an up high and see for miles view. It just needs to be something visually interesting that gives a break from the green (or brown-and-gray) tunnel that a trail can get to be. On Falls Lake Trail Section 22, for example, I look forward to the views of some interesting old buildings just off the trail, and the railroad causeway over the mouth of Ellerbee Creek. All of the hikes that you selected have some of that kind of view, so don’t worry about good vs. great.