Hike To The Abandoned Ruins Of A 1920s Dam On The Greenway Trail In North Carolina

If it's a paved trail you seek with creek side views and mostly flat terrain, then you'll find it on the Greenway trail in Boone, North Carolina. Hikers on this scenic trail are treated to rolling fields as well as the ruins of an old abandoned dam. Let's take a look:

Welcome to the best kept secret in Boone!

The Greenway trail is a 3.1-mile loop that crosses the South Fork of the New River a total of four times during the trek.

And the crossings are just as lovely as the trail is!

Enjoy the peaceful nature of this lovely walk and the many bridges it affords.

And prepare for a bit of history, too!

The Greenway boasts a couple of historic structures, including an abandoned stone dam from the 1920s.

In every season, the Greenway Loop trail is a beautiful journey.

Parts of the trail are often filled with local families with little ones just learning to ride to a bike.

Perfect for hiking, strolling, or biking, the Greenway trail in Boone is one that shouldn't be passed up.

Looking at the stats: it has a total elevation change of 183 feet, measures 3.1 miles and can easily be completed in under two hours. It's best used between April and September, but is also accessible when the snow flies. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are leashed. Easy access and parking can be found at the following three entry points: Martin Luther King, Jr. Street, Deerfield Road, and Brookshire Park. Learn more from our friends at AllTrails.

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