Why is it called Swamp Rabbit Trail?
The Swamp Rabbit Trail began as a 9-mile greenway that was built on the abandoned roadbed of the Greenville and Northern Railway in the mid 2000s. Passengers of the former railroad noted how the train hopped on the tracks like the swamp rabbit native to the area, thus nicknaming the line the Swamp Rabbit Railroad.
Is Swamp Rabbit Trail Hilly?
The trail is very flat.
Where is the beginning of the Swamp Rabbit Trail?
Beginning in the north at Tate Road in Travelers Rest, the trail passes the North Greenville Medical Campus as it continues through the community’s downtown.
How long is the Swamp Rabbit Trail from downtown Greenville to Travelers Rest?
The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 22-mile multi-use (walking and bicycling) greenway that traverses along the Reedy River, an old railroad corridor and City parks to connect Travelers Rest with the City of Greenville, South Carolina.
How long is the Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville SC?
22-mile
The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 22-mile multi-use (walking and bicycling) greenway that traverses along the Reedy River, an old railroad corridor and City parks to connect Travelers Rest with the City of Greenville, South Carolina.
When was the Swamp Rabbit Trail built?
Construction at last In 2007, the Greenville Health System made a magnificent gift of $1 million for the project, and the project was officially named the Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Trail. The trail officially opened in 2009 and the rest, as they say, is history.
Can you ride electric bikes on the Swamp Rabbit Trail?
A Pedego Electric Bike rental is the very best way to experience Greenville and beyond! The 22-mile (and growing!) Swamp Rabbit Trail is a breathtakingly beautiful greenway that will guide you from Travelers Rest through downtown Greenville and beyond. So many fantastic stops along the way!
Is the Swamp Rabbit Trail safe?
There is not any problem with biking or walking at swamp rabbit trail. You can do it any time of the day but be aware that the police close all trails in the city at 9:00 pm until 5:00 am just a security measure. About parking there is not too much spaces for that.
Can you ride an electric bike on the Swamp Rabbit Trail?
No Motorized Vehicles On the Swamp Rabbit Trail, use the trail marker numbers as references. Report non-emergency concerns to City of Greenville Parks and Recreation Department at 864-467-4350 or call Greenville Cares at 864-232-2273 (CARE).
Who was nicknamed the Swamp Rabbit?
| Francis Marion | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | The Swamp Fox |
| Born | c. 1732 Berkeley County, Province of South Carolina |
| Died | February 27, 1795 (aged c. 63) South Carolina |
| Place of burial | Belle Isle Plantation Cemetery St. Stephen, South Carolina |
How big do swamp rabbits get?
18 in.Swamp rabbit / Length (Adult)
Who maintains the Swamp Rabbit Trail?
Who maintains the rest? The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail is a network of 22 miles. Some portions of the trail are maintained by the jurisdictions in which they reside.