Three Rivers Greenway

The greenway features an easy, paved, and relatively flat terrain, making it accessible for a wide range of users. Most paths are wide asphalt, suitable for walking, jogging, biking, and inline skating. While generally flat, some sections, like the West Columbia Riverwalk, have small hills and curves. The entire greenway is ADA accessible.

Yes, the greenway is designed to be highly accessible. Its paved, flat terrain and wide paths make it suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. The entire greenway is ADA accessible.

Yes, the greenway is dog-friendly. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash and that you clean up after them to maintain the trail's cleanliness for all users.

The greenway has multiple access points with parking available. Specific parking areas can be found near segments like Riverfront Park, West Columbia Riverwalk, and Cayce Riverwalk. These areas often provide convenient access to the trailheads.

The greenway can be enjoyed year-round. Spring and fall offer pleasant temperatures for outdoor activities, with blooming flora in spring and colorful foliage in autumn. Summer can be warm, but many sections are shaded. Winter provides cooler weather, suitable for brisk walks.

No, there are typically no permits or entrance fees required to access the Three Rivers Greenway or Riverfront Park. It is generally free and open to the public.

You can expect diverse riverfront scenery, following the Broad, Saluda, and Congaree Rivers with views of the water and the Columbia skyline. Sections like the Saluda Riverwalk run behind the Riverbanks Zoo, where you might hear animal sounds. Many parts are shaded by trees, and there are boardwalks, overlooks with benches, and picnic areas. Granby Park offers deeply shaded paths and river views. You'll also find the Three Rivers Greenway highlight along the way.

Yes, the greenway incorporates significant historical elements. The Riverfront Park segment includes the towpath of the historic Columbia Canal, with signage explaining its history. The Cayce Riverwalk area features a 12,000 Year History Trail, detailing continuous human occupation and including earthworks from the 1865 Battle of Congaree Creek and the site of Fort Congaree.

The greenway is well-equipped with amenities for visitors. You'll find lighted trails, emergency call boxes, restrooms, water fountains, and picnic shelters at various points along the route.

Yes, the greenway offers opportunities for birdwatching and observing local flora. Given its riverfront location, visitors might even spot alligators in certain areas, so it's always good to be aware of your surroundings.

In addition to hiking, the greenway supports various recreational activities such as biking, jogging, inline skating, and fishing (with prime spots for striped bass). Some sections also offer access points for launching canoes or kayaks into the rivers, and tubing is popular in certain areas.

Yes, the route also passes through sections of the Palmetto Trail: Capital City Passage, Riverfront Park Canal Greenway, and Riverfront Park River Trail, connecting you to a broader network of paths.