The Greater Grand Forks Greenway is a 2,200-acre public park system stretching along the Red River and Red Lake River in Grand Forks, North Dakota, and East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Developed after the 1997 Red River Flood, the Greenway serves dual purposes: providing year-round recreational opportunities and acting as a natural buffer within the region’s flood protection system.

Key Features

• Extensive Trail System: Over 21 miles of paved, multi-use trails accommodate biking, walking, jogging, and rollerblading. These trails offer long stretches of uninterrupted recreation with minimal vehicle crossings.

• Recreational Amenities: The Greenway boasts several parks, two golf courses, four disc golf courses, wildlife observation areas, fishing spots, and a dog park. It also includes picnic sites, camping areas, and interpretive displays.

• Winter Activities: During colder months, the Greenway transforms into a hub for sledding, ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing.

• Community Events: The Greenway hosts various events throughout the year, including yoga sessions, concerts, fishing tournaments, and 5K races.

Access
Multiple trailheads provide access to the Greenway, offering amenities like parking, restrooms, picnic areas, and playgrounds. In East Grand Forks, trailhead access is available at

• River Heights Trailhead at River Heights Park

• Sherlock Park

• Sherlock Park Campground/State Recreation Area

• Griggs Park Trailhead

• Eagle Point Trailhead

• Crestwood Trailhead at O'Leary Park
  

For more information, including maps and event schedules, visit the Greater Grand Forks Greenway website.