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Safety and Etiquette
- Bicyclists, skaters, and skateboarders should approach pedestrians cautiously and pass on the left and audibly call “on your left” to alert others
- All users, including pets, should remain on the right side of the trail except when passing
- Bicyclists, skaters, and skateboarders must always yield the right of way to pedestrians
- Patrons should be aware of their surroundings on the trail
- The use of headphones is discouraged
- Patrons are encouraged to walk or jog with a companion
- Hide your belongings, lock your car, and take your keys
- If you see something needing repair or maintenance, please contact the greenway maintenance staff at 919-996-4115, by emailing parkplan@raleighnc.gov, or report it on SeeClickFix.
Rules
- Obey posted rules and regulations
- Trail hours are from dawn to dusk
- The speed limit on trails is 10 mph
- Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited
- Motorized vehicles are prohibited on greenways
- Fires are prohibited on greenways
- It is prohibited to remove, destroy, or damage any plant life or property
- Pets must be on a leash no greater than 6 feet
- Owners must remove pet waste
- It is prohibited to kill, trap, or harm wildlife
- Swimming in City lakes is prohibited
- Horses are prohibited on trails
- All trail users under the age of 16 are required to wear a safety helmet when using a bike, skates, scooters or any other non-motorized vehicle
- Smoking is prohibited in City parks and greenways
- Weapons prohibited except those permitted in NCGS 14-415.23 (RCC Sec. 9-2021)
- Camping is prohibited in City parks and greenways
Greenway Safety Volunteers
The Raleigh Police Department in partnership with the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department coordinates a Greenway Volunteer Program for the safety, security, and protection of greenway users, park resources, and the surrounding natural areas.
Greenways Safety Video - Passing
Greenway Safety Videos - Speed Limits
