Roanoke Valley Greenways

The Roanoke Valley Greenways system features over 30 miles of space throughout the region that is used for outdoor recreation.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Please remember to recreate responsibly on the Greenways and do your part to help keep these public parks and areas beautiful to enjoy for years to come. Please pack out all trash, keep well-behaved pets on leash, and respect those around you.

Learn More: Leave No Trace in Virginia's Blue Ridge >

It's a hugely popular spot for biking, walking, and running, and winds through various communities in Virginia's Blue Ridge, connecting you to many interesting parts of the area, including local parks, downtown districts, and the Roanoke River.

It's a great place to take your pets when visiting Virginia's Blue Ridge and enjoy different unique views of the area, including looks at the surrounding mountains, city skyline, and nearby river and creeks.

Families also enjoy utilizing the many playgrounds located near the greenways at the area parks and picnic areas.

Portions of the greenway also offer great opportunities for fishing, tubing, and kayaking, and connect to the Roanoke River Blueway. Kayak/canoe launch spots can be found on multiple portions of the Roanoke River Greenway and Tinker Creek Greenway.

Some spots along the paths also connect to the amazing hiking and biking trails in the region, including those located on Mill Mountain and at Carvins Cove.

Many segments of the greenway network showcase beautiful art murals and sculptures that highlight our vibrant local arts & culture scene in the Roanoke Region.

During your adventure, check out many of the local businesses located along the greenways, including craft breweries, restaurants, coffee shops, and a variety of shops & outfitters.

Be Courteous & Safe - Familiarize Yourself with the Greenway Safety Guidelines >

Roanoke Valley Greenway Trails & Segments

The Roanoke Valley Greenways website is a fantastic resource to help you plan your next adventure on the Greenway. Get more detailed information by checking out the links for each of the specific sections of the greenway network.

• Catawba Greenway - Difficulty: Medium | Length: 2.9 Miles | Activities: Hiking, Bird Watching
• Garden City Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 2.03 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Strollers
• Garst Mill Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 0.5 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Bird Watching, Strollers
• Glade Creek Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 0.6 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Bird Watching, Strollers
• Hanging Rock Battlefield Trail - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 1.8 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Bird Watching
• Hinchee Trail - Difficulty: Medium | Length: 2.1 Miles | Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Dog Walking, Bird Watching, Horseback Riding
• Lick Run Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 4.6 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Bird Watching, Strollers
• Mason Creek Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 0.99 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Bird Watching, Strollers
• Mill Mountain Greenway - Difficulty: Medium | Length: 3.28 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Hiking, Dog Walking, Bird Watching
• Murray Run Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 1.9 Miles | Activities: Walking, Mountain Biking, Dog Walking, Bird Watching
• Read Mountain Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 0.64 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Strollers
• Tinker Creek Greenway - Hollins to Carvins Cove - Difficulty: Medium | Length: 2.3 Miles | Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Fishing, Bird Watching, Dog Walking
• Tinker Creek Greenway - Roanoke River to Wise Avenue - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 1.2 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Fishing, Bird Watching, Dog Walking, Strollers
• Wolf Creek Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 2.2 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Dog Walking, Bird Watching, Strollers

Roanoke River Greenway

The Roanoke River Greenway is one of the signature outdoor experiences in Virginia's Blue Ridge and the most popular section of the Greenway network. Work is currently taking place to connect the Roanoke River Greenway in one, cohesive segment that will be a 25-mile trail that makes its way through Salem, Roanoke County, the City of Roanoke, and Vinton.

Learn more about the various sections of the Roanoke River Greenway:

• Roanoke River Greenway - Green Hill Park - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 0.86 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Fishing, Bird Watching, Dog Walking, Strollers
• Roanoke River Greenway - Salem - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 4.4 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Fishing, Bird Watching, Dog Walking, Strollers
• Roanoke River Greenway - Peters Creek Extension - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 1.1 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Fishing, Bird Watching, Dog Walking, Strollers
• Roanoke River Greenway - Bridge Street to Tinker Creek Greenway - Difficulty: Easy | Length: 14.2 Miles | Activities: Walking, Cycling, Running, Fishing, Bird Watching, Dog Walking, Strollers

Roanoke Valley Greenway Wheelchair Accessibility

The following segments of the Roanoke Valley Greenways offer wheelchair accessibility.

• Garden City Greenway
• Garst Mill Greenway
• Glade Creek Greenway
• Lick Run Greenway
• Mason Creek Greenway
• Read Mountain Greenway
• Roanoke River Greenway - Green Hill Park
• Roanoke River Greenway - Salem
• Roanoke River Greenway - Peters Creek Extension
• Roanoke River Greenway - Bridge Street to Tinker Creek Greenway
• Tinker Creek Greenway - Roanoke River to Wise Avenue

Roanoke Valley Greenways - Biking & Cycling

Plan a unique adventure on the greenway through Roanoke Mountain Adventures, which is located along the Roanoke River Greenway in Roanoke's Wasena Neighborhood and offers a variety of bike rentals.

Visit our Biking section learn more about biking on the Roanoke Valley Greenways.