Safety

Greenway Safety
Safety is a common concern expressed by people who live along greenways and trails. Although no one can guarantee that the Greenway - or any place - will be crime free, local and national research shows that trails and greenways are very safe places. To learn more about trail safety across the country, click here.

• Trails and greenways can reduce crime by cleaning up abandoned rail corridors and attracting people who use the trail for recreation and transportation.
• The City of Greensboro manages more than 80 miles of trails. Since the Parks and Recreation Trail Section began in 1997, there has been no serious crime on Greensboro's trails.
• In a survey of 372 trails across the United States, the Rails to Trails Conservancy concluded that major crime along urban and suburban trails is much less common than in parking lots or public streets.
• The Downtown Greenway will provide increased access and visibility for the Greensboro Police Department bike patrol. Trails and greenways are a proven community development strategy and the Downtown Greenway has the potential of enhancing downtown safety and security.