Raleigh Greenways - August 2014


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August 2014

 


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Milburnie Dam - As seen from the Neuse River Trail bridge near Allen Drive and Raleigh Beach Road


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Share the Trails

By design, Raleigh’s greenway trails accommodate a variety of user groups. While this is one of the many benefits of the greenway system, it also can lead to occasional conflicts among trail users, especially in crowded conditions. With over 100 miles in the City, whether you cycle, walk, jog or skate, your experience will be safer and more enjoyable by following a few simple trail etiquette guidelines.

Pass on the left. Always look behind before changing positions on the trail.

Stay on the right side of the trail, except when passing another user.

Give audible warning before passing. Give a clear signal by using voice, such as "on your left," or using a bell or horn before passing.

Be predictable and travel in a consistent manner. 

Slow your roll. Bikes are often the fastest traffic on the trail. Very fast riding is inappropriate for the trails and should be saved for the roads.  

Don't block the trail. When in a group or with pets, use no more than half the trail. Pets should be under control at all times. When faster traffic comes from behind, switch from walking abreast to in-line to give room to pass.

When stopping, move off the trail. Beware of others approaching from behind and make sure they know you are pulling over.

Watch young users. Be mindful that kids sometimes veer into the path of oncoming traffic. If your child is cycling, be sure they are skilled enough to control the bike and to maneuver as needed.

Turn it down. If wearing headphones, instead of two, try just wearing one earphone.

Remember to have fun and share the trails Raleigh, they're for everyone!


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Gravel section of Walnut Creek Trail to be paved

Just under a mile of the Walnut Creek Trail, between New Hope Road and the I-440 underpass is going to be paved.  Work is expected to begin August 25th and may take 1-2 weeks to complete. The trail will remain closed during this work. This section of trail is currently a stone surface. 


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Parking and access to Neuse River Trail at Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve 

Parking and the access to the Neuse River Trail at Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve Park will be closed August 18, 2014 through March 2015 due to Phase 1 construction at Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve. The park property will also be closed during this time. Phase 1 construction will include paving of Horse Shoe Farm Road, paved parking, bio-retention pond, paved trail connection from the park to the Neuse River Trail, restrooms, interpretive walking trails and picnic shelter.

There are several available parking lots for the Neuse River Trail between Horseshoe Farm Park and Buffaloe Road Athletic Park.  

  1. 200 Trailhead Lane
  2. 4901 Elizabeth Dr
  3. 5812 Buffaloe Rd (Buffaloe Road Athletic Park) 

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Projects under construction

Neuse River Trail at Horseshoe Bend - Construction is now underway on this 0.8 mile section of trail. The project is located on the Neuse River, between the WRAL soccer complex on Perry Creek Road and Highway 401.  This section of trail is expected to be completed by late Fall 2014.  Once open, the Neuse River Trail will extend over 30 miles from Falls Lake to Clayton.

Honeycutt Creek Trail – Construction is underway between Newton Rd and Raven Ridge Road.  Once complete, the Honeycutt Creek Trail will extend 5.6 miles and connect East Fork Mine Creek Trail to the South Shore Trail at Falls Lake Recreation Area.  The trail is expected to be complete by early fall 2014.

Crabtree Creek Trail - Grading and preparation for paving is nearly complete on this section of trail.  Paving, boardwalk and bridge construction remain. When complete, the trail will extend from the Neuse River Trail to Milburnie Drive, where the existing Crabtree Creek Trail terminates.  This project is expected to be complete by early November 2014.  


Trail Closures and Alerts

Trail closures are listed below. Please visit the Greenway Repair Page for updated closures and repair projects

Walnut Creek Trail - Will be closed between New Hope Road and I-440 Underpass, near the Softball Complex for paving operations.  Anticipated closure is between August 25 and September 5.  The parking lot at New Hope Road will remain open. 

Neuse River Trail at Horseshoe Farm - The parking and access to the Neuse River Trail from Horseshoe Farm will be closed August 18, 2014 through March 2015 while construction is underway on the Nature Preserve Park. 


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