Waynesville, NC Walking Trails and Maps

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Blue Ridge Railroad Historic Trail

2 mi
State: SC
Boardwalk, Dirt, Woodchips

Doodle Rail Trail

8.5 mi
State: SC
Asphalt

Glenn's Creek Greenway

1 mi
State: NC
Asphalt

Nantahala Bikeway

1.2 mi
State: NC
Asphalt

Oconaluftee River Trail

1.5 mi
State: NC
Dirt

Oklawaha Greenway

3.5 mi
State: NC
Asphalt

Point Lookout Trail

3.6 mi
State: NC
Asphalt

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail

28 mi
State: SC
Asphalt, Boardwalk

Riverwalk Greenway (Pigeon Forge)

4 mi
State: TN
Asphalt, Concrete

Townsend Historical Trail

9 mi
State: TN
Asphalt, Concrete

Wilma Dykeman Greenway

2 mi
State: NC
Asphalt

Estatoe Trail

5.9 mi
State: NC
Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete, Gravel

French Broad River Greenway

3.5 mi
State: NC
Asphalt

Little Tennessee River Greenway

4.9 mi
State: NC
Asphalt

Veterans Boulevard Greenway

4 mi
State: TN
Asphalt

Gatlinburg Greenway

0.4 mi
State: TN
Asphalt

Gatlinburg Trail (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)

1.3 mi
State: TN
Boardwalk, Crushed Stone, Dirt

Reed Creek Trail

0.7 mi
State: NC
Asphalt, Dirt
Trail Image Trail Name States Length Surface Rating
Overview This moderately difficult walk follows the bed of the railroad that was never completed—the American Civil War got in the way of SC Statesman John C. Calhoun's rail dream. They did get as...
SC 2 mi Boardwalk, Dirt, Woodchips
Closure notice: Due to damage from Hurricane Helene, the Doodle Trail is closed until further notice.  Overview The Doodle Rail Trail connects the towns of Pickens and Easley in the northwest...
SC 8.5 mi Asphalt
Glens Creek Greenway is a one-mile shared use trail in Asheville, North Carolina. It stretches between Weaver Park and Broadway St. Although short, the trail connects to destinations including Weaver...
NC 1 mi Asphalt
The 1.2-mile Nantahala Bikeway extends from National Forest Rd./Winding Stairs Rd. to the Nantahala Gorge raft launch site in the Nantahala National Forest. A half-mile of the trail follows an...
NC 1.2 mi Asphalt
The Oconaluftee River Trail is a popular 3 mile out-and-back trail along the banks of the river of the same name. The popular gravel trail is one of two in the Smokey Mountains National Park that...
NC 1.5 mi Dirt
Notice: City of Hendersonville Public Works has reopened the Oklawaha Greenway from 7th Avenue to Berkeley Park. The trail at Patton Park is also available for walking. Please refer to updates from...
NC 3.5 mi Asphalt
Closure notice: The Point Lookout Trail is temporarily closed. Overview Located approximately 25 miles east of the vibrant city of Asheville, the Point Lookout Trail offers visitors the...
NC 3.6 mi Asphalt
Closure notice: Greenville County Recreation has crews working to clear the SRT Network after damage from Hurricane Helene. Please obey trail closed signs as active crews are in that area. Please...
SC 28 mi Asphalt, Boardwalk
Riverwalk Greenway is a beautiful multiuse trail in the resort town of Pigeon Forge in east Tennessee. While the town is better known for its tourist attractions (it's home to Dollyworld, a Dolly...
TN 4 mi Asphalt, Concrete
Townsend is a gateway community to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The small town, however, has its own charms, including this beautiful hike-and-bike trail. The Townsend Historical Trail...
TN 9 mi Asphalt, Concrete
This is a 2-mile greenway located in the newly improved River Arts District on the east bank of the French Broad River. It was developed as part of the larger River Arts District Transportation...
NC 2 mi Asphalt
Overview The Estatoe Trail is a relatively flat trail, spanning almost 6 miles between downtown Brevard and Pisgah National Forest. About the Route The bike path has an asphalt surface for...
NC 5.9 mi Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete, Gravel
The French Broad River Greenway links three of Asheville's parks: Hominy Creek River Park, Carrier Park, and French Broad River Park. The trail follows the river, coursing through a wooded strip of...
NC 3.5 mi Asphalt
Overview From woods to wetlands to meadows, the 4.9-mile Little Tennessee River Greenway passes through a variety of habitats as it follows the scenic banks of the Little Tennessee River. Part of...
NC 4.9 mi Asphalt
This dedicated off-street pathway runs parallel to Veterans Boulevard connecting Sevierville to Pigeon Forge. The trail heads south to Goldrush Road, across from the Dolllyworld Splash Country. It is...
TN 4 mi Asphalt
Overview The Gatlinburg Greenway is the city’s first and only greenway. Currently 0.4 miles long, it is already quite popular. It is fully paved and ADA compliant.  About the Route Currently,...
TN 0.4 mi Asphalt
Starting along River Rd in Gatlinburg, the Gatlinburg Trail travels 1.3 miles along the Little Pigeon River. This trail provides park visitors and Gatlinburg locals with a connection between the...
TN 1.3 mi Boardwalk, Crushed Stone, Dirt
Reed Creek Greenway is a short but pleasant multiuse path that connects downtown Asheville to the University of North Carolina campus. The trail starts on Magnolia Avenue and parallels the creek and...
NC 0.7 mi Asphalt, Dirt

Recent Trail Reviews

Glenn's Creek Greenway

The first .6 of a mile from the botanical gardens is very nice, being separate from the road, and a long a creek. The last .4 is slightly uphill and alongside the road. Of course there are several miles of trails in the botanical gardens too.

September, 2024 by jmyers1891

The first .6 of a mile from the botanical gardens is very nice, being separate from the road, and a long a creek. The last .4 is slightly uphill and alongside the road. Of course there are several miles of trails in the botanical gardens too.

Oklawaha Greenway

Just right!

September, 2024 by kyle131

Just what I was looking for: easily accessible, thoughtfully designed and well maintained, beautifully picturesque in places! Just the right length to be a good workout if you do the whole thing or for smaller jaunts between the little parks in connects. This trail would be ideal for a group outing where the members are at different ages and abilities. Children and walkers could start at the Pet Park on 7th St., for example, and go north through the pretty, level, middle section that runs along the creek while the bicyclers cover the longer distance.

Oklawaha Greenway

Nice Greenway connecting several parks. Much of it follows power lines. Not really scenic. Nice asphalt trail. Quiet. I wouldn't make a point of coming back.

September, 2024 by jmyers1891

Nice Greenway connecting several parks. Much of it follows power lines. Not really scenic. Nice asphalt trail. Quiet. I wouldn't make a point of coming back.

Accordion

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail

Shame to include a corporation in the name

August, 2024 by 05.unhurt-oceans

Nice place to walk. Gross to include a medical corporation in the name though. Gives it such a negative energy.

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail

Great Trail, Misleading Length.

August, 2024 by jakedavies

I love this trail. It's not perfect, but I love the mix of rural, city, and the various spurs. In total, the trail may be 29 miles with the spurs, but from A to B on the main line, it's less than 16 miles from Greenville Tech to trail end in Travelers Rest. A fantastic length, just misleading to say it's more. The southern section connecting to Conestee Park is a different trail entirely (was a gravel road last I attempted it and didn't seem like a safe area), and shouldn't be included in the total. If the trails were to be connected somehow, not divided by miles of riding ON busy roads or dangerous out-of-shape sidewalks along an even busier road, perhaps then the 28-mile claim would be legitimate.

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail

Signage!

August, 2024 by djmccloud

Please add signage in Greenville!

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail

North End Parking

August, 2024 by z95s54hd8d

The very northern end of the trail starts just off Tate Road in Travelers Rest. You can’t park there. Park at the Ingles grocery store on Geer Road about a quarter mile away. We thoroughly enjoyed the trail. Swamp Rabbit Cafe is ten miles from the northern starting point.

Point Lookout Trail

Nice Greenway!

August, 2024 by warpspeedz

Beautiful greenway. Lightly traveled. We did up first then down on our bikes.

French Broad River Greenway

Two seriously dangerous intersections on trail

June, 2024 by jkendall828

This trail is a good beginning to a great trail for the city of Asheville. I suggest you upgrade all intersections with cars, using the SC Swamp Rabbit Trail as an example. Bright green crosswalks, all traffic stops when bikes or walkers need to cross busy roads. Amboy Rd across from Citgo is very dangerous. Please address. Amboy Rd, Lyman St, Meadow Rd needs immediate attention!

Veterans Boulevard Greenway

Unpleasant

May, 2024 by tmassey1

The Veterans Boulevard greenway in Sevierville is no more than an extra large sidewalk…on the side of a busy highway. It’s very unpleasant to ride with lots of traffic whizzing by. There is also nowhere to park at the trailhead, so the best options put a rider having to navigate some busy intersections and impatient drivers. However, there is a connection to another trail at the intersection with Middle Creek Road and although it isn’t very long it is at least pleasant. Also, the cover image for this trail is incorrect. That bridge is nowhere to be seen on this trail.

Gatlinburg Greenway

Don't bother

April, 2024 by jme_cox

This is a 0.3 mile long, 8' wide asphalt paved offset 50' and parallel to a public road. To call this a "greenway" is a bit silly.

Oklawaha Greenway

Really enjoyed riding here. Wish the one big road crossing wasn't as daunting but overall a great trail with several parks to visit! Will def come back

March, 2024 by zekecarsella

Really enjoyed riding here. Wish the one big road crossing wasn't as daunting but overall a great trail with several parks to visit! Will def come back

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