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Trails and Greenways
Enjoy the great outdoors right here in Town. Fuquay-Varina is home to miles of greenways, trails, and walking tracks - something for everyone!
Year of the Trail
The North Carolina General Assembly designated 2023 as the Year of the Trail in North Carolina to promote and celebrate the state's extensive network of trails that showcase our state's beauty, vibrancy, and culture.
Explore the interactive map and greenway video tour by clicking the icons below.
Trail and Greenway Information
The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources department operates eleven trails and greenways. Learn more about each trail below or explore the interactive map.
Alston Ridge Park Walking Track
The Alston Ridge Park walking track is a .4-mile paved loop. Park facilities include a playground and picnic shelter.
Address | 6850 Hilltop-Needmore Road Extension Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | .4 miles |
Parking | Parking is available at the entrance of the park, 6850 Hilltop-Needmore Road Extension. |
Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Education Park
The Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Education Park features 28 acres and 2 miles of overlooks, natural bridges, streams, and nature education.
Address | 301 Wagstaff Road Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | 2 miles |
Parking | Parking is available at 301 Wagstaff Road, or you may park at South Park (900 South Main Street) and use the Jeff Wells Trail to connect to Carroll Howard Johnson. |
Fleming Loop Walking Track
Fleming Loop Park includes two paved walking tracks - a .47-mile loop and a .51-mile loop. The park also features picnic shelters, playgrounds, and field space.
Address | 501 Fleming Loop Road Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | South Loop: .47 miles North Loop: .51 miles |
Parking | Parking is available at Fleming Loop Park, 503 Fleming Loop Road. |
Fuquay Mineral Spring Park
At the time of its discovery in 1858, the mineral spring was thought to have healing powers. Visitors came from far and wide to partake of the mineral waters. Today, the mineral spring is commemorated within Fuquay Mineral Spring Park. The park offers .2 miles of walking paths, open space, a restored springhouse, picnic tables, and a footbridge.
Address | 104 Spring Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | .2 miles |
Parking | Street parking is available, in addition to other downtown parking locations. |
Fuquay-Varina Museums at Ashworth Park
Ashworth Park is home to significant historical Town structures, a picnic shelter, a playground, and walking paths.
Address | 114 S Aiken Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | .1 miles |
Parking | Parking is available at 131 S Fuquay Ave or 123 S Fuquay Avenue. Street parking is also available. |
Hilltop Needmore Town Park and Preserve
The Hilltop Needmore Town Park and Preserve features 143 acres of open green space, ponds, and trails. Three trails that vary in difficulty and elevation make up 5 miles of paved walking, jogging, and biking trails.
Address | 4621 Shady Greens Drive Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | 5 miles |
Parking | Parking is available by the Clubhouse, 4621 Shady Greens Drive. |
Jeff Wells Trail
The Jeff Wells Trail is a .7-mile paved walking trail that connects South Park to the Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Education Park.
Address | 900 South Main Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | .7 miles |
Parking | Parking near the trailhead is available at the South Park parking lot near the baseball fields and splash pad, 900 S Main Street. |
Old Honeycutt Road Park Walking Track
Old Honeycutt Park sits on 11 acres of multi-use recreational space, including a .23-mile paved walking track, playground, picnic shelter, tennis and pickleball courts, and open field space.
Address | 101 Fitness Drive Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | .23 miles |
Parking | Parking is available at Old Honeycutt Road Park, 101 Fitness Drive. |
Park Depot Greenway
The Park Depot Greenway starts at Old Honeycutt Park and connects to the South Lakes Greenway, spanning 2 miles total.
Address | 101 Fitness Drive Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | 2 miles |
Parking | Parking is available at Old Honeycutt Road Park, 101 Fitness Drive. |
South Lakes Greenway
The South Lakes Greenway connects to the Park Depot Trail, Willow Spring High School, South Lakes and Meadow Brook communities, and Honeycutt Road Park, totaling 2 miles of walking and biking possibilities.
Address | 1324 Old Honeycutt Road Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | 2 miles |
Parking | Parking is available off of Hwy 55 (1324 Old Honeycutt Road) or start at Park Depot Greenway by parking in the Old Honeycutt Park parking lot (101 Fitness Drive). |
South Park Walking Track
The .36-mile walking track is one of many recreational features of South Park. Visitors can also enjoy outdoor basketball courts, baseball/softball fields, playgrounds, multipurpose fields, a picnic shelter, and the Jeff Wells trailhead.
Address | 900 South Main Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 |
Distance | .36 miles |
Parking | Parking is available at the Community Center (820 S Main Street) and South Park (900 S Main Street). |