Wolf River Greenway - Kennedy Park

Key Highlights

• ✓Paved trails suitable for biking and strollers.
• ✓Multiple 'offroad' or unpaved sections, including a scenic offshoot trail directly along the Wolf River.
• ✓Abundant birdlife and other animals, making it excellent for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.
• ✓Very clean and well-maintained environment, even for an underused trail.
• ✓Extremely quiet and uncrowded, offering significant solitude and a peaceful experience.
• ✓Specific spots along the Wolf River offshoot trail are noted as 'good places for pictures'.
• ✓One specific trail mentioned is 'less than 2 miles out and back', suitable for shorter family walks.
• ✓Presence of 'old things that used to be around before nature took them over', suggesting interesting features for exploration.

Standout Features

• ⭐Low crowd levels, ensuring a peaceful and unhurried experience.
• ⭐Diverse trail options: paved for ease and accessibility, and offroad for deeper nature immersion.
• ⭐Rich opportunities for wildlife observation, particularly birdwatching.
• ⭐High standards of cleanliness and safety.
• ⭐Scenic river views, providing great backdrops for family photos.
• ⭐Suitable for biking, with specific mention of paved sections.

Perfect For

Ideal For

🍎Food Policy

• • Bring at least one-half gallon of water per person for all-day trips.
• • Bring snacks.

🛡️Safety Policy

• • Always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return (float plan).
• • Always wear clothes and shoes suitable for conditions (e.g., fast-drying synthetic materials, securely fitting water shoes; avoid cotton, crocs, flip-flops, waders, rubber boots).
• • Bring a change of clothes and a small towel in a dry-bag or large Ziploc plastic bag.
• • Bring necessary allergy medications, emergency supplies, and a first aid kit.
• • Bring flashlight, whistle, compass, rain gear, cell phone, sunscreen, insect repellent.
• • Protect your feet at all times.
• • During cold weather, dress in layers (neoprene booties, synthetic/wool fabrics, hat, gloves) and bring full rain gear and a change of clothes to prevent hypothermia.
• • During warm weather, bring sunscreen and insect repellent.
• • Do not attempt a trip if severe weather (e.g., thunderstorm) is forecast.
• • Do not attempt a trip during flood conditions (recommend not paddling if USGS River Level Gauge reads 8 feet or above).
• • Paddlers of any skill level should check weather conditions and water level prior to departure.

📅Booking Policy

• • Register online for Greenway Community Programming via wolfriver.org/programming.
• • Walk-up registration is available on the day of the class, requiring a waiver.

🚗Parking Information

• • Kennedy Park: Street Parking at 4375 Raleigh LaGrange Road for the Greenway access.
• • Kennedy Park: Separate parking area within JFK Park for the unpaved nature trail and boardwalk.
• • Kennedy Park: Additional vehicle and RV parking available within the park at other two access points.