Avon/Catawba Creeks Greenway:
North Carolina
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Description:
The Avon Creek and the Catawba Creek greenways run through wooded and open areas among both undeveloped and residential neighborhoods. The trail begins at Lineberger Park (700 East Garrison Boulevard) and heads southeast to Robinwood Road, just north of the Catawba Creek Bridge (near the National Guard Armory/Southeast Recreation Center).

The Avon Creek Greenway and Catawba Creek Greenway combine to form 2.88 miles of paved trails, with many access trails. There are no major at-grade highway crossings.

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Parking & Trail Access:
Parking is available at Lineberger Park, 700 East Garrison Boulevard. Parking is also available at the National Guard Armory/Recreation Center, which is about 0.2 mile from the southern trailhead. Each trailhead is handicapped accessible.

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Reviews: [2 trail ratings]
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Great Family Outing
By bottleman3997 in May, 2010
The whole family rode this trail yesterday and it is a great place to ride. The trail is paved with asphalt and wide enought to manuever around the walkers/runners who also share the trail. The branch that breaks off towards the golf course is less traveled and we did not encounter any walkers on this section. The trail is relatively flat with lots of scenery and several nice bridges to cross and a few tunnels under some major roads. I recommend parking in the lot across Garison Blvd from the park so you do not have to go through the first tunnel. It had a lot of sand and water from the recent rains that we had to maneuver through to get to the other side of the trail. We will definitely put this one on our list for regular outings for the family.
Awesome, Easy Ride
By joepowers in September, 2009
This is one of the best trails for all activities. The trail is well maintained and has plenty of shade along the route. The trail follows along a crystal clear creek. It meanders in the trees with signs explaining the vegetation and birds along the way. My whole family rides bikes and we range in ages 4 to 50. This will not be a great workout but it is a great family place. After you finish with your ride, walk or skate you can take in main part of the park with train rides for all ages and a spray park and playground for the kids. I could easily spend my day at this park. Great Trail.
Spring
Trail Facts
Trail End Points: Lineberger Park, 700 E. Garrison Blvd. to Robinwood Rd. (just north of Catawba Creek Bridge)
Counties: Gaston
Trail Length: 2.88 miles
Trail Category: Greenway/Non-RT
Trail Surfaces: Asphalt
Trail Activities: Bike, Inline Skating, Wheelchair Accessible, Walking
TrailLink ID: 6126825

Related Links
Guidebook: Learn more about other Southeast rail-trails in RTC's Southeast Guidebook.