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Richardson Greenway is a 2-mile paved rail trail that runs through the Town of Troutman and Barium Springs.


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2.0

Miles

3.3

KM

Point to Point

951' 290 m

High

930' 284 m

Low

35' 11 m

Up

23' 7 m

Down

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Family Friendly Richardson Greenway is paved and flat, making it accessible for families.

Description

Richardson Greenway is a rail-to-trail conversion that runs along N. Main St (NC-115) north from Fraizer Loop in Barium Springs south to Rumple Street in Troutman. The northern portion of the trail passes by the historic site, Barium Springs Home for Children. The southern portion runs through the heart of Troutman and passes by Town Hall, Troutman Elementary and Middle Schools, and a mix of other offices, civic building, residences, and commercial properties.The southern end of the trail ends at the Troutman Depot, which is home to the Farmers Market on Saturdays throughout the summer.

Parking for the Troutman end of Richardson Greenway is available in the parking lot next to the Farmer's Market Shelter. Parking for the Barium Springs end of Richardson Greenway is available at the Barium Springs Post Office (2625 Shelton Ave, Barium Springs, NC 28010).

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#565

in North Carolina

#13,937

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Richardson Greenway
Apr 16, 2019 near Troutman, NC
Richardson Greenway - Barium Springs
Apr 16, 2019 near Troutman, NC

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