Ivy Creek Greenway
| Ivy Creek Greenway | |
|---|---|
Ivy Creek Greenway near George Pierce Park | |
| Length | 3.4 miles (5.5 km) |
| Location | Buford and Suwanee, Georgia, United States |
| Trailheads |
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| Use | Cycling and pedestrians |
| Season | Year round |
| Surface | Concrete |
| Website | Ivy Creek Greenway |
The Ivy Creek Greenway is a 3.4-mile (5.5 km) multi-use trail and greenway in Gwinnett County, Georgia, connecting areas of Buford and Suwanee in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The trail provides a non-motorized corridor linking parks, neighborhoods, and commercial areas, including Mall of Georgia and George Pierce Park.[1]
The greenway follows portions of Ivy Creek and is part of a broader network of shared-use paths and greenways in northern Gwinnett County, Georgia. These trails improve walkability, support active transportation, and connect major destinations without requiring automobile travel.
History
The Ivy Creek Greenway opened in stages beginning in the late 2000s as part of Gwinnett County’s developing greenway network.[2]
In 2014, a 1.5-mile (2.4 km) section opened that included two boardwalks, an overlook, and a 270-foot (82 m) cable bridge spanning Ivy Creek.[3]
Additional extensions have been funded to improve connections between parks and commercial areas.[4]
On February 27, 2018, the greenway was designated as one of the signature trails in the Gwinnett County Trails Master Plan.[5]
Planning and development
The Ivy Creek Greenway was developed as part of Gwinnett County’s effort to expand a network of multi-use trails connecting parks, neighborhoods, and commercial centers. Funding has been supported through the county’s Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) program.[6]
County planning documents identify the trail as an important corridor linking the Suwanee Creek Greenway and other planned greenways in northern Gwinnett County.[7]
Route
The greenway generally follows Ivy Creek through wooded areas and wetlands. The trail includes boardwalks, a cable bridge, and creek crossings designed to minimize environmental impact. It connects residential areas with parks, commercial districts, and educational sites such as the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center.[8]
Access and transportation
The Ivy Creek Greenway can be accessed from public trailheads at Mall of Georgia and George Pierce Park, both of which provide parking and restrooms.[9]
The trail is designed for pedestrians and cyclists, forming part of Gwinnett County’s expanding greenway network. Local trail connections allow residents to reach parks, neighborhoods, and commercial destinations without a car, supporting walkability and active transportation.[10]
Regional trail network
The Ivy Creek Greenway is part of a growing network of trails in northern Atlanta metropolitan area supporting recreation, environmental conservation, and non-motorized transportation. Future connections include the Suwanee Creek Greenway to the south and additional planned extensions to the north.[11]
Connections
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Legend
- Solid line – existing trail
- Crossed line – planned extension
- Branch – secondary connection
See also
- Active transportation
- Cycling infrastructure
- Greenway (landscape)
- Multi-use trail
- 10-Minute Walk
- Smart growth
- Walkability
References
- ^ "Ivy Creek Greenway". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ "Trails & Greenways". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ Reed, Kristi. "Newest section of Ivy Creek Greenway opens". Gwinnett Daily Post.
- ^ "Gwinnett County commission funds extension of Ivy Creek Greenway". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ "Gwinnett trails master plan unveiled for review".
- ^ "SPLOST: Visit the expanded Ivy Creek Greenway". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ "Gwinnett County Trails Master Plan". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ "Ivy Creek Greenway". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ "George Pierce Park". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ "Gwinnett Trails Master Plan". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
- ^ "Gwinnett officials unveil the Ivy Creek Greenway expansion". Gwinnett County Government. Retrieved March 16, 2026.