When you have eliminated the javascript, whatever remains must be an empty page. Capital area greenway system the capital area greenway cag system is a network of linear parks, located along rivers, creeks and streams, that provide opportunities for conservation, recreation and connecting people to raleigh s parks and other community features. Greenway trails can also follow along utility and railroad corridors when natural. Apr 25, 2014 the parks, recreation, and cultural resources department periodically produces a map of the capital area greenway system. Exit 287 est camp crabtree camp lapihio maple hill lodge lake crabtree crabtree creek entrance reedy creek entrance ylyn te o te e y 70 e campground y ill spur e b e n e z e r c h u r c h r d. Many of our greenways connect to neighborhoods, schools, parks, and other major attractions.
Use this quick response code to get the latest information on the raleigh parks and recreation capital area greenway system. Raleigh durham richmond charlotte knoxville atlanta memphis text and information on this page and the opposite page is adapted from, booming greenway trails in north carolinas research triangle, by john pucher, professor emeritus, rutgers university. The city of raleigh parks, recreation and cultural resources system plan is a longrange planning document that is meant to help shape the direction, development, and delivery of the citys parks, recreation and cultural resources services over a 20year period. Alternative modes getting around downtown raleigh, nc. The capital area greenway is a greenway trail system through the city of raleigh, north carolina. The capital area greenway cag is a system of linear parks located along rivers, creeks, and streams that provide the opportunity for public recreation trails connecting citizens to many raleigh. The park development and communications division of the parks, recreation, and cultural resources department is responsible for the oversight of park and greenway planning and development. From our meetup point, we will cycle three out and back rides on the northern sections of the greenway.
Share your experiences by posting images and journeys while in a park or on the greenway. Dpr trails are free and accessible to the community and provide excellent. Greenway corridors are also prioritized to meet economic and transportation objectives. The east coast greenway connects 15 states, 450 cities and towns, and 3,000 miles of peoplepowered trails from maine to florida the countrys longest biking and walking route. Greenways answer the growing public demand for safe and pleasant ways to travel about the town and offer many benefits. Started in 1974, it currently spans over 112 miles 161 km and. Cag systems existing, planned, and proposed greenway trails. On its way through central and eastern north carolina, the east coast greenway showcases the states natural features and cultural diversity.
Tour rural communities, thriving cities of the research triangle, and wilmington and other coastal towns. Walnut creek trail north carolina trails traillink. The capital area greenway system map shows existing and planned trails, parking areas with trail access, and select city facilities. Greenway safety follow these safety guidelines from raleigh parks and recreation when using. The map also includes locations of steep hills, trailheads, parking, and points of interest. The durham map can be viewed and downloaded as a pdf file. Downtown raleigh more on the greenway system north carolina. This document will serve as a guide to help city staff and consultants select. Daytime hours greenway system after hours raleigh citizen. View videos of the greenway so you know before you go. Use this map to get to the greenway and plan a trip.
The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from march until october. Explore more than 100 miles of paved greenway throughout raleigh. The parks, recreation, and cultural resources department periodically produces a map of the capital area greenway system. Dpr trails are free and accessible to the community and provide excellent opportunities for residents to recreate and exercise. Durham parks and recreation dpr maintains over 30 miles of trails and greenways. The parks and recreation partnership for a healthier wake, with support from wake county human services health promotion chronic disease prevention, the north carolina physical activity and nutrition branch, the john rex endowment and. Non city of raleigh greenway corridor non city of raleigh existing trail roadways city of raleigh park non city of raleigh park school raleigh city limits. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from april until september.
The companys filing status is listed as currentactive and its file number is 0699639. G r o u p c a m p r o a d sals branch trail oak rock trail to raleigh rex hospital 5 miles t r e n t o n c r d. The durham hike and bike map indicates roads or trails which can be used by bicyclists, walking trails not intended for use by bicyclists, and other shared use paths. Greenspace helps you to discover, navigate, and experience parks and greenways in raleigh, durham, and surrounding areas. However, because nc state is an urban campus and most of the routes are onroad, cyclists need to prepare and plan for the optimum, safe cycling experience. We will bicycle on the capital area greenway at a moderate pace 10 mph avg.
The research triangle of north carolina raleigh durhamchapel hill has been one of. Use the map to find greenspaces around you, and get information to help identify your optimal destination. Want to view interactive maps of the greenway trails on your computer or mobile device. Started in 1974, it currently spans over 112 miles 161 km and 3800 acres 12 km.