This page will share some of the general rules and best practices so that we can all safely enjoy all that our areas beautiful trail network has to offer.
At crossings such as the mid-block crossings commonly found on the Pufferbelly Trail, trail users must stop when a stop sign is present and wait until the roadway is clear before crossing. Vehicles should NOT stop for trail users, and if they do, please kindly wave them on. During peak hours, this may require waiting a few minutes to cross. Use that time to enjoy a quick break, stretch, or take a sip of water—you’ll be safely on the other side in no time!
For a full breakdown of mid-block crossings click the button below.
Faster users should always yield to slower traffic. When passing, slow down and communicate clearly—ring a bell or call out “passing on your left.” On busy trails, this may mean waiting a moment until it’s safe to pass. Always pass on the left.
It’s important to always stay aware of your surroundings and other trail users. As much as we all love getting lost in a podcast or favorite song, trails aren’t always the best place to tune out completely. If possible, keep one ear uncovered or your volume low enough to hear a passing trail user calling out. And if the audio-book really is that good, be sure to stay as far to the right as safely possible to allow others to pass.
Electric personal assistive mobility devices are legal and allowed on the trails.
While most of our trail system has been built following ADA guidelines or has been upgraded in recent years, we are always working to make trails more accessible for users. If you have any concerns with a section of trail please contact us at [email protected].
Please remember to obey all city, county, and state traffic laws as you travel to and from our trail system. This includes stopping at all stop signs and following traffic signals.
Learn more about more ways to safely use the trails at the button below.
If you bring it to the trails, please take it with you when you leave. If you are interested in helping keep the trails clean check out our Adopt-A-Greenway program!
We love seeing our four-legged friends on the trails! Please remember that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under their owner’s control at all times. Be sure to pick up pet waste and dispose of it properly, please don’t bag it and leave it behind. Woof woof!
Gas-powered bikes and electric bikes over 750 watts may be neat, but they are not permitted on trails and their use is prohibited. This also applies to golf carts, snow mobiles, and other large non-ADA vehicles.
Horses, donkeys, and mules (sorry mules) are not permitted for trail use.
While there is no posted speed limit, speeds should always remain safe and leisurely. Be kind to fellow trail users, remember to yield to slower traffic, and slow down when passing.
The trail is great for exploring, backyards are not. Please stay on the trail and out of private property.
