About Muddy Creek Greenway
Distance: 4 Miles
The paved Muddy Creek Greenway in west Winston-Salem connects neighborhoods and schools along almost 4 miles of trail that runs alongside Muddy Creek. The kid-friendly greenway winds through open meadows, horse pastures, and forest, perfect for bird-watching or walking a pet. Ducks, herons, and kingfishers are common along the banks of Muddy Creek. A dog park and playground just off the greenway at the halfway point are perfect spots to take a break or turn around. The greenway also has access to stop and watch some privately-owned horses graze in the pasture and it also runs alongside a soccer field for your kids to play in.
Greenway Connections
- Country Club Road
- Five neighborhood connectors:
- Cedar Trail
- Century Oaks
- Lantern Ridge
- Stonebridge
- Summerfield
- Brooks Landing
- Jamison Park Playground
- Jefferson Elementary School
- Meadowlark Middle and Elementary schools
- Robinhood Road
Nature Around Muddy Creek
The mix of environments makes the trail a birdwatcher’s paradise. Cardinals, bluebirds, chickadees, and woodpeckers can frequently be found in the trees along the trail. In the open areas, look for blackbirds, meadowlarks, and wild turkeys. From the banks of the creek, you may see herons, kingfishers, ducks, and even a hawk circling above for a meal.
Muddy Creek Greenway Features
The trails and greenways have the following features:
- Asphalt surfaces
- Access to a dog park
- Access to 4-5 residential communities
- Access to a playground area and picnic shelter
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Perfect For:
- Biking
- Walking
- Inline Skating
- Dog-walking
- Parking is available at:
- At the northern end of the greenway, a gravel parking area is available at the intersection of Jefferson School Lane and Robinhood Road
- At the southern end of the greenway is another entry point at 301 Meadowlark Drive
