Running Trails & Greenways in the Triad

Greensboro

https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/trails-greenways

Atlantic & Yadkin Greenway* (7.5 miles)

*bridge out on greenway (work on deck but not scheduled yet) 

This corridor was constructed on the abandoned Atlantic-Yadkin (A&Y) railroad bed. The A&Y, Greensboro’s only current Rail Trail, provides opportunities to catch a glimpse of nature as well as reach urban destinations. The northernmost part of the greenway has a trail head parking lot, just north of Strawberry Road. Bur-Mil Park is also a good place to access the A&Y. Parking, information, and maps are available at the Frank Sharpe Wildlife Education Center. Greenway access and parking for trail users is also available at the Guilford Courthouse National Military parking lot on Old Battleground Road near the intersection of New Garden Road, and at Lewis Recreation Center and Country Park. A&Y users can take a detour off the greenway onto the Nat Greene Trail, Palmetto Trail, or Owl’s Roost Trail. Users can also access the Big Loop Trail and Little Loop Trail in Bur-Mil Park from the greenway. The Bicentennial Greenway intersects the A&Y at the Old Battleground and Lake Brandt road intersection as a sidewalk. From there it continues on via sidewalk along Old Battleground to the continuation of the Bicentennial Greenway as an asphalt trail at the old train trestle bridge.

Downtown Greenway (3 miles)

When complete, this greenway will create a four-mile loop around the heart of downtown and connect not only other trails and greenways but businesses, universities and neighborhoods. The following areas are available for parking while using the greenway: On-street parking at Smith and Prescott streets for the Tradition Cornerstone, on-street parking at Lindsay and Cumberland streets for the Innovation Cornerstone, accessible trailhead parking area at 475 Spring Garden Street at Morehead Park, and trailhead parking area at Eugene and Bragg Street at Five Points.

Lake Daniel Greenway (2 miles)

Located in Lake Daniel Park, the Lake Daniel Greenway is a paved multi-use path that stretches two miles from West Friendly Avenue to Mendenhall Street, west to east, paralleling Benjamin Parkway most of the way. Exercise stations are situated along the path for a great workout. In addition, the park offers public tennis courts, a basketball court, and a children’s playground. Parking for the greenway is available at Mimosa Drive and on East Lake Drive. Latham Park and Lake Daniel Park are linked by the Hill Street Connector Trail, which incorporates sidewalks and a paved path parallel to Hill Street.

Bicentennial Greenway (14.5 miles)

When complete, the Bicentennial will provide an almost 20 mile greenway that connects the City of High Point to the City of Greensboro. The Bicentennial Greenway can be accessed just north of the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park parking lot on Old Battleground Road. The Bicentennial Greenway travels northwest along Old Battleground Road and then changes direction southwest through wooded open space. Cross Battleground Avenue and take the sidewalk along Drawbridge Parkway to Kernodle Middle School. Follow the trail signs across the road into the woods to its current terminus near Horse Pen Creek Road. The new sections can be accessed from Guilford Elementary School and the Leonard Recreation Center. From the intersection of the Bicentennial Greenway and Lake Brandt Road in Greensboro, you can connect to the A&Y Greenway leading out to Bur Mil Park. The Nat Greene Trail and Palmetto Trail are also accessible from the greenway (see map below for details). Guilford Courthouse National Military Park trails are accessible from the Bicentennial Greenway with parking available on Old Battleground Road.

Greenhaven Greenway (0.63 miles)

The Greenhaven Greenway flows through Greenhaven Park paralleling Ryan Creek. This neighborhood park allows residents to experience a number of outdoor activities in a scenic park setting. The Greenhaven Greenway is parallel to Lynhaven Drive in south Greensboro and travels south from the intersection of Mystic Drive and Lynhaven Drive. Lynhaven Drive is east of Randleman Road. Turn west onto Mystic Drive from Randleman Road and south onto Lynhaven Drive. Roadside parking is available.

Hillsdale Greenway (1 mile)

The Hillsdale Greenway traverses a linear neighborhood park in the Four Seasons Mall area on the north side of Interstate 40. This park includes playground equipment, making it a perfect setting for the entire family to enjoy. The Hillsdale Greenway parallels Meadowview Road on the north side of Interstate 40, beginning at Urban Drive. The trail then crosses Meadowview and continues along Hardie Street and west along Murrayhill Road, ending back on Meadowview Road. Roadside parking is available at most points along the trail.

Latham Park Greenway (1.2 miles)

Latham Park Greenway winds through Latham Park parallel to North Buffalo Creek. This paved multi-use path features 20 fitness stations. The fitness trail section starts at the intersection of Wendover Avenue and Cridland Road and extends northeast to the North Elm Street trailhead. In addition, there are tennis facilities, basketball courts, and Little League baseball fields available in the park. You can access the Latham Park Greenway trailhead on Hill Street, just north of Battleground Avenue and Green Hill Cemetery, with parking available. The other trailhead, north of Moses Cone Hospital on the west side of North Elm Street, is accessible to pedestrians only. Access is also possible from Cridland Road, north of Wendover Avenue, where roadside parking is available. Latham Park and Lake Daniel Park are linked by the Hill Street Connector Trail, which incorporates sidewalks and a paved path parallel to Hill Street.

Northeast Community Trail (1.2 miles)

The 1.2 miles of greenway provide the community with recreational opportunities on a beautifully-landscaped trail in northeast Greensboro. This beautiful 1.2-mile greenway is the first link in a proposed trail that will eventually connect Latham Park to Keeley Park in northeast Greensboro.

Rolling Roads Greenway (0.62 miles)

Two small playgrounds are an added bonus to this beautiful neighborhood park. Rolling Roads Park is located south of Hillsdale Park between Cheltham Boulevard and Bridgett Boulevard, just off Four Seasons Boulevard. The greenway begins at Bridgette Boulevard in the east and travels parallel to the street until it ends near Cezanne Drive. Roadside parking is available.

Shannon Hills Greenway (1.15 miles)

The Shannon Hills Greenway is a 1.15-mile greenway linking Shannon Woods Park and Shannon Hills Park. This neighborhood trail parallels Ryan Creek and is perfect for walking or jogging. The trail begins just north of Glendale Drive and runs north through Shannon Hills Park across Rehobeth Church Road into Shannon Woods Park, ending at Vandalia Road. Roadside parking is available, but please use caution.

Southeast Greenway (1.2 miles) 

The Southeast Greenway, constructed in 2013, now links the Downtown Greenway to Sussman Park. The greenway connects to the Downtown Greenway near the Freeman Mill off ramp and Lee Street. The Southeast Greenway can be accessed from Sussman Park where parking is available on the street.