Neuse River Trail — Attraction in Knightdale

The Neuse River Greenway Trail is a tranquil hideaway that provides the perfect balance of natural beauty and recreational activities, making it a great destination for anyone wishing to cycle or walk away from the hustle and bustle of city life. This quieter stretch of Raleigh's enormous greenway system follows the Neuse River, offering breathtaking views of the water and surrounding countryside.

The trail's rich vegetation and bright plants will capture you as you go along it. The covered spaces provide a comfortable setting for outdoor activities, allowing guests to enjoy walks or rides even on hotter days. The trail is well-maintained and wide enough to accommodate both bikes and walkers. One of the unique aspects of the Neuse River Greenway Trail is its abundance of bird-watching opportunities. The diverse habitats along the river attract various bird species, making it a fantastic spot for nature enthusiasts and bird lovers. With a bit of patience and a keen eye, you might catch sight of herons, egrets, and songbirds as you explore the trail.

The peaceful atmosphere of the Neuse River Greenway Trail invites visitors to connect with nature, whether you're out for a brisk walk, a leisurely bike ride, or simply taking in the sights and sounds of the great outdoors. The combination of natural scenery, shaded paths, and ample opportunities for bird-watching makes this trail a delightful retreat for anyone seeking a calming experience in nature. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, the Neuse River Greenway Trail promises a refreshing escape that showcases the beauty of Raleigh’s...

Whats not to love about an unbroken 30+ mile trail from Falls Dam to Clayton! Connected in 2 ways to Raleighs beltline trails the stretch to through Umstead (gravel) to Cary, west to the ATT which goes to downtown Durham. Wow, right? Few other trails have such long unbroken stretches like this in America. It does suffer after huge downpours when the Falls Lake engineers have to let out water. It can become muddy in the north part, slippery on bridges. But this is normal since most all greenways follow septic line right-of-ways which follow waterways. The bridges along this well-paved greenway come from some Federal grants and they hit home runs. Cyclists & Hikers just need to be respectful and this will remain a great place to take in nature...

Great for road biking! Biked from Falls Lake Dam to Horseshoe Farm. It was about 8 miles and extremely pleasant, mostly flat. The scenery is really lovely and we saw so much wildlife! We saw turtles, lizards, bunnies, deer, cardinals, herons, doves, and robins, and even a few snakes! And this was midday. Plus all the trees make this squirrel paradise. It wasn’t crowded at all, though we went on a Friday, and parking is plentiful. I expect it would be packed on the weekend. Bottom line: Highly recommend for road biking. Friendly to all levels/desired distances (you can bike much further than we did). Lots of nice stopping points and benches. Bathrooms and water fountains at several points. There is even a bike rental...