About Us
Greensboro’s network of trails offers a variety of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while being physically active. The trails are located in urban and natural settings, and can be found in neighborhood and regional parks, open spaces,  and around the City's lakes. The information provided here will help get you on the right path to becoming healthier while enjoying the trails of Greensboro.
Currently, there are more than 80 miles of trails and greenways available in Greensboro. Each of the trails are categorized as one of the following:
botanical gardens trails, greenways, park trails or
watershed trails.
These hiking, biking, and multiple-use trails incorporate some sidewalk connectors and include paved and natural surfaces. Take a leisurely stroll on one of the paved greenways, hike through the woods along the shores of one of the City's reservoirs, or bike on one of the best urban mountain biking trails in the country. Whatever your interest, the trails are available year-round for your enjoyment.
Limited parking is available at all trails. Amenities such as restrooms and water fountains are available at the trails located within the regional parks, the botanical gardens, and trails beginning or ending at one of the City lake marinas. Trailhead signs that show routes and distances of the trails are provided at each end of all watershed trails. Signs are also provided within most regional parks, at some greenways and at local recreation centers.
The Trails Division of the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department was founded in 1997 with a purpose of maintaining existing trails, and fostering the development of a more comprehensive trails system. Prior to 1997, the trails of Greensboro were developed and maintained by various sections of the Parks and Recreation Department, including Regional Parks, the Park Maintenance Division, and City lakes. Volunteer assistance from local clubs has been an important resource for the Trails Division. Their efforts have contributed to the construction and maintenance of trails, bridges and boardwalks.
The Trails of Greensboro, a detailed map book of the trail system in Greensboro, is available for $5 at the Trails Division office at the Frank Sharpe Wildlife Education Center in Bur-Mil Park. You may also find our map books at City lake marinas, Parks and Recreation administrative offices (located at 1001 Fourth St.), local outdoor retail stores, and bike shops. For more information, contact the Trails Division at 336-373-3816 or send us an e-mail.
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