By EcologyNow in May, 2011
I love this trail! Not only does it allow me to breeze through town easily and without having to navigate the traffic (most of which is not at all friendly toward bikes/peds), it's new extension allows me to ride straight into PNF! Before its implementation, I always thought Brevard could use a path of this sort, but I also realized that its layout makes building a bike path that is accessible by most quite awkward. And granted, you do have to ride a short section alongside NC 280, but that small negative aspect is far outweighed by the beautiful scenery encountered when riding along the other sections that take you through meadows, forested areas, and across creeks and streams. This path is a boon for families with children, also. What a convenient and beautiful place to plan a family walk-day, or to take the kids into the stream to play around!
What I can't believe is that people would reflect negatively on the bike path - tree debris? I'd much rather have to sidestep an errant limb or a gathering of twigs than bake to death on a shade-less path! And its kind of a ridiculous notion to try and keep it free of debris 24/7: that takes time, money, and manpower which is frankly unavailable to the City of Brevard. Maybe if there was a Bike Path Cleanup Day we could all put our heads together and make a difference!
In summation, thanks to the City for making this dream a reality. You have offered a new avenue of transportation and opened up pedestrian and bike travel to all walks of life in Brevard. Keep these projects coming!
By aprillamb in May, 2010
i was so pleased to find a beautiful and quiet place to walk and ride my bike. i am very excited and very much looking forward to the last of the trail being finshed. me and my family enjoy useing the greenway everyday and have found no problems with the trail.
By bard1934 in October, 2009
The following review was submitted to the Hendersonville (NC) News-Times shortly after the opening of the Brevard Bike Path. The author has given us permission to publish the letter as it continues to express her recollection of her memorable walk on the trail.
To The Editor: It was a great pleasure to have the opportunity to spend a sunny Sunday hour walking the splendid new Brevard greenway.
We shared this walk with many happy and relaxed people of all ages. There were children learning to ride bikes, a rollerblading daddy pushing a stroller, grandparents and couples sharing a golden moment on a golden fall afternoon.
The gentle inclines, slopes and curves led us along a roadway, through a verdant marsh, over a bridge and near a playground where some of those energetic kids could expend more of their abundant energy.
Brevard should be congratulated for getting its greenway started and building it properly. It is graded and drained and wide enough to accommodate users safely. It provides a safe, healthful and tranquil place for residents and visitors to find physical and mental health.
It has been shown that pathways like this enhance property values and attract new residents who want this added advantage.
I look forward to seeing our own greenway started so it can begin serving the residents of Hendersonville and Henderson County in the same way in the very near future.
Carla Rodio