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Athens-Clarke County Unified Government

North Oconee River Greenway – Memorial Park loop from Elder

Athens-Clarke County Unified Government

North Oconee River Greenway – Memorial Park loop from Elder

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North Oconee River Greenway – Memorial Park loop from Elder

06:09

135km

1,120m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.96 km

North Oconee River Greenway

Highlight • Cycleway

This is a great wide, paved multi-use path that runs 3.5 miles end-to-end and connects a host of small parks along the riverside. This is easily accessible from the University of Georgia and takes you north toward Sandy Creek.

Tip by

12.0 km

Memorial Park

Highlight • Monument

The park was originally established in 1924 as a memorial to Athens residents who died in World War I. The park's centerpiece, a white marble obelisk, honors their sacrifice.

Tip by

25.6 km

Trove Open Area

Nature Reserve

26.6 km

Bell Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bell Lake is a privately owned pay-as-you-fish lake just on the outskirts of Watkinsville. There is good access to the lake and you can drive down to the waters edge.

Tip by

135 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

113 km

16.7 km

4.84 km

307 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

103 km

32.3 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

Weather

Today

Wednesday 15 July

30°C

22°C

70 %

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