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Project Library

Current Projects

Delaware Greenways’ advocacy has helped move trail and byway projects rapidly to completion. These projects are currently in the development process and are supported by committees, appropriate agencies and additional organizations. Take a moment and explore our current projects.

Current Trail, Byway, and Bicycle Projects

Brandywine Creek Greenway

The Brandywine Creek Greenway (BCG) is a regional planning initiative of the Brandywine Conservancy in partnership with municipalities and non-profit organizations, that are active in the Chester Valley region of Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Length:       230 mi
Surface:      Mixed
Difficulty:   Moderate

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Project Status

Progress

Trail Idea Accepted

Fundraising for Planning Study

Planning Study Complete

Project Fundraising

Project Design Complete

Construction Complete

Brandywine Heritage Trail

The Brandywine Heritage Trail project completes an east-west paved trail from the end of the Brandywine Park at Market Street in Wilmington, Delaware to Brandywine Creek State Park and the First State National Historical Park that extends into Pennsylvania.

Length:       6 mi
Surface:      Mixed
Difficulty:   Easy

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Project Status

Progress

Trail Idea Accepted

Fundraising for Planning Study

Planning Study Complete

Project Fundraising

Project Design Complete

Construction Complete

Claymont to Fox Point State Park and NDGT

The Claymont to Fox Point State Park/Northern Delaware Greenway Trail, a component of the Governor Printz Blvd Corridor Study, is a significant addition to the growing trail network in Delaware. The trail will also serve as a section of both the East Coast Greenway and the 9-11 National Memorial Trail. 

Length:       9 mi
Surface:      Mixed
Difficulty:   Easy

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Where is the Trail?

Project Status

Progress

Trail Idea Accepted

Fundraising for Planning Study

Planning Study Complete

Project Fundraising

Project Design Complete

Construction Complete

Commons Blvd Trail

This pathway will provide a connection from the Markell Trail at the I-295 tunnel to the Churchmans Road Pathway, providing direct pathway access for the numerous residential, commercial, office and institutional business employees, including 10,000 employees at the Corporate Commons employment center.

Length:       2.35 mi
Surface:      Paved
Difficulty:   Easy

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Project Status

Progress

Trail Idea Accepted

Fundraising for Planning Study

Planning Study Complete

Project Fundraising

Project Design Complete

Construction Complete

Newport River Trail

The connection of the Jack A. Markell Trail to the Town of Newport will give non-motorized transportation access to highly populated areas in New Castle County including the Town of Newport to the Riverfront in Wilmington and Historic New Castle.

Length:       2.35 mi
Surface:      Paved
Difficulty:   Easy

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Where is this Trail?

Project Status

Progress

Trail Idea Accepted

Fundraising for Planning Study

Planning Study Complete

Project Fundraising

Project Design Complete

Construction Complete

Wilmington Loop

The Wilmington Loop connects many under-resourced communities in Wilmington with other areas of the city, schools, and the numerous scientific institutions that surround the city. 
 

Length:      15.6 mi
Surface:      Paved
Difficulty:   Easy – Moderate

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Project Status

Progress

Trail Idea Accepted

Fundraising for Planning Study

Planning Study Complete

Project Fundraising

Project Design Complete

Construction Complete

Brandywine Valley National Scenic Byway Management

The Brandywine Valley National Scenic Byway enhancements envision a best-in-class experience encompassing the historic, cultural, and scenic qualities of this legacy landscape.

Vibrant, pedestrian-friendly villages and urban areas are integral parts of the landscape. The enhancements will develop incentives to encourage private conservation and preservation actions.

Key Info:

County:            New Castle
Length:            12.25 mi
Drive time:     About 1 hour

Delaware Bayshore Byway Management

A collaborative and intensive effort with Delaware Greenways and their partners is underway to assess the resources along the state byway and ensure they are communicated to the public.  Goals include:

  • Implementing the strategic direction plans which incorporates a vision, mission, goals, and specific strategies.
  • Working with DelDOT to sign the Byway with signs guiding visitors to venues along its more than 100 mile length.
  • Gaining designation as an All American Road.

Key Info:

County:            New Castle, Kent, & Sussex
Length:            100 mi
Drive time:     About 2 hours

Historic Lewes Byway Management

Delaware Greenways’ stewardship of the Historic Lewes Byway, Gateway to the Bayshore is a commitment to the projects and programs outlined in comprehensive enhancement plans. As the route’s guiding principles, these plans provide a framework for:

  • Preservation of its natural resources and historic quality.
  • Expanding tourism through promotion of the byway’s intrinsic resources.
  • Positively impacting economic growth.

Key Info:

County:            Sussex
Length:            13.1 mi
Drive time:     About 1 hour

Bike for Work and Play

Delaware Greenways is focused on augmenting access to key destinations via existing and new bike and pedestrian trails. As a part of this initiative, we are also focused on ensuring all plans include comprehensive safety initiatives. 

Below are some of the bike and pedestrian plans and studies, implemented or in process throughout Delaware.

Bicycle Plans and Initiatives

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