Explore downtown Winston-Salem on the Long Branch Trail.
The newest addition to the local trail system, this urban greenway offers skyline views, a well-maintained paved path, and multiple entrance and exit points for ease of downtown exploration. At the end of the trail, the Long Branch Trail intersects with the Salem Creek Greenway, offering the option to continue your journey through Winston-Salem.
MLK Jr. Drive
This marks the official beginning of the trail, although currently there is no parking structure available at this entry point. There are multiple entry points for the trail. Parking can be found in various places downtown, including along Research Parkway, Bailey Park, and the parking deck located at the corner of 5th & Church streets.
Scenic View
Stop to take in the view as soon as you enter the trail, where the lush green landscape meets the urban sillouette of the city at Innovation Quarter.
Bailey Park + IQ
Exit the trail on 4th Street or 3rd Street and venture into downtown to enjoy the Innovation Quarter neighborhood. Sit down for a meal, frolic in Bailey Park, and grab a craft brew before continuing your trail journey.
Skyline View
Cross the Tresle Pedestrian Bridge and stop for a quick selfie with the iconic RJR smokestacks and the Innovation Quarter skyline. Bonus points if you're here at sunset!
Singerman Mural
Winston-Salem is known as The City of Arts & Innovation. Across town you can see beautiful works of public art, like this mural by Jessica Singerman! Stop to appreciate the moment and consider a mural tour of Winston-Salem with our Guide to Public Art in Downtown!
Research Parkway
The trail intersects with Research Parkway, but this is far from the end of the trail system. Exit the trail here and make a right, following the sidewalk for approximately half a mile to connect to the Salem Creek Greenway.
Salem Creek Greenway Connection
The Salem Creek Greenway is a great connector in the Winston-Salem Trail system, running from Peter's Creek Parkway all the way to Salem Lake. Hop on the connecter here and take a left to navigate toward Old Salem Museums & Gardens or take a right and continue on toward Salem Lake and Quarry Park!
