Little Sugar Creek Greenway: Polk State Historic Site to SC Line

This segment of Little Sugar Creek Greenway is 2.5 miles, between the James Polk Historic Site and the SC state line, where it connects to a subdivision's street network. Of moderate difficulty due to a few long gradual inclines, the curving route includes numerous benches and views of the creek and wildlife. (There is no public parking at the southern terminus of the trail in the Prestwick development.)
Trail Uses
Accessible Experience Walking / hiking / running Paved surface biking
Length
2.50 miles, One Way
Difficulty
Moderate
Surface
Boardwalk, Pavement
Motorized Vehicles
Not Permitted
Fees
No
Pets
Permitted on leash
Parking Spaces
45
Restrooms
No

Description

This curvilinear section of Little Sugar Creek Greenway is approximately 2.5 miles in length and provides numerous rest points and overlooks of the riffles in the creek. The 12-ft wide greenway is mostly asphalt but also includes concrete decking on the boardwalks and bridges. The route is bordered by grass shoulders, wooded areas, and wildflowers, as well as the creek itself. Trail users may spot deer in the woods or geese in the creek. Several access trails provide connectivity to surrounding street networks.

**Please note that the southern terminus of Little Sugar Creek Greenway at the NC-SC state line does not have public parking. If you are planning a trip to that location, the nearest trailheads are at Pineville Lake Park and James K. Polk Historic Site.

Other Information

Greenways in Mecklenburg County operate 24/7, as they are transportation components of a larger network. The trail is 12 feet wide and paved. All access complies with ADA Recreational Trails. Wayfinding on the site specifies the rules and regulations. Mile markers are part of the signage. There is no lighting on the trail.

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