Greenways

Approachable and family-friendly trails

Charlottesville and Albemarle County's greenways offer a range of walks suitable for visitors of all abilities. Don't miss the iconic Saunders-Monticello trail — an ADA-accessible route that ends at the Monticello Visitors Center. Or opt for the chance to spot wildlife along the scenic Rivanna River from two different routes: Old Mills Trail and Darden Towe.

Saunders-Monticello Trail

2.1, ADA-Accessible

The Saunders-Monticello Trail is an ADA Accessible trail with gentle grade that ends at the Monticello Visitor Center at the former home of Thomas Jefferson. The trail is open Sunrise to Sunset.

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Crozet Connector Trail

4.8 miles

The Crozet Connector Trail is a great way to connect Crozet Park and Downtown Crozet to Lickinghole Basin, a very popular birding site. The route also ventures through forests and prairie with multiple species of trees and wildflowers growing in abundance.

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Old Mills Trail (Out & Back)

5.3 miles

The Old Mills Trail runs along the Rivanna River from Darden Towe Park to Interstate 64. The trail starts out paved and then transitions to crushed gravel and singletrack.

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Darden Towe to Riverview Park

2.5 miles

A beautiful route along mostly paved trails and crossing the Rivanna River. This is a great way to get out for a comfortable walk and explore multiple neighborhoods of Charlottesville and Albemarle County.

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John Warner Parkway Trail (Out & Back)

3.5 miles

A beautiful walk along a paved trail that parallels the John Warner Parkway. Walkers will see beautiful meadows as well as wildlife. This route also passes Botanical Garden of the Piedmont.

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Explore Popular Greenways

Explore the map and read summaries of popular greenways below. You can return to all outdoor routes here.

Prepare for Your Adventure

Bring enough food and water. It's important to stay hydrated at any time of year. Make sure you have enough food and water for the duration of your hike.

Pack it in, pack it out. Make sure any trash created during your hike stays with you and is properly disposed of. Wrappers and packaging can fly out of pockets!

Be aware of the local wildlife. You may encounter local wildlife during your hike. Stay aware of your surroundings and give wildlife the proper space if you encounter them on the trail. For more information on protecting yourself and the natural habitat, visit Wildlife Center of Virginia.

Have a plan and make sure someone knows the plan. Make sure you know how to get back to your vehicle at the end of your hike. Be sure to share your plans or location with someone you trust.

Land Acknowledgment

We acknowledge that the land we recreate on and refer to as Charlottesville and Albemarle County is the ancestral lands of the Monocan Nation and its people. The Monacan Indians have lived here for over 10,000 years and continue to live here to this day. We acknowledge their presence as well as their current and historical contributions to this region.