The Friends of Jackson County Greenways: Survey Report
A Trail for All: Health and Community Benefits of the Jackson County Greenway
Jackson County Greenway Named Newest Certified Forest Therapy Trail in North Carolina
Greenways are strategic investments with long-term returns.
Jackson County is not just building a trail — it is investing in a healthier, more vibrant future.
With consistent usage across all ages and motivations grounded in health, the data affirms that the Greenway supports physical activity, mental health, and social connection.
The Jackson County Greenway is more than a walking path — it is a cornerstone of community health and quality of life.
Newsletter
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Volume 1
Welcome, Friends. We are overjoyed to share that change is afoot. Our county partners have been working diligently towards extending the current one mile of greenway along the Tuckasegee River on Old Cullowhee Road…
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Volume 2
As our mountains begin to “green up,” the Friends of the Jackson County Greenways organizes educational walks to get residents outside enjoying our greenways.
In Recent News
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A trail for all: Health and community benefits of the Jackson County Greenway
The Sylva Herald
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Friends of Jackson County Greenways group forms to boost green spaces
The Sylva Herald
December 4, 2024 -
County buys land to grow greenway
The Sylva Herald
November 13, 2024
