Greer's walking loops at Kids Planet, the Center for the Arts and Veterans Park, the South Tyger River Greenway under way, and the 32-mile Swamp Rabbit Trail nearby.

Last checked Oct. 16, 2026. Facts come from the City of Greer’s Parks, Trails and Facilities page and Greenville County Rec’s Swamp Rabbit Trail page. The city does not publish lengths for most of its park loops; where a distance is given here, it is the owner’s own figure.

Greer does not yet have a long greenway of its own. What it has are short paved loops in its parks, two trail projects under way, and the 32-mile Swamp Rabbit Trail system a short drive away in Greenville County.

Who to call

  • Greer Parks, Recreation and Tourism: 864-848-2190
  • Greenville County Rec (Swamp Rabbit Trail): 864-288-6470
  • Trail alerts: text “swamprabbit” to 24639 for Swamp Rabbit closures and detours

Walking loops in Greer

Where Address What is there
Benson Automotive Kids Planet, Century Park 3605 Brushy Creek Road Paved walking trails with exercise stations; no bikes or skates
Center for the Arts park 804 Trade St. Walking trails, rain gardens and a certified wildlife habitat pollinator garden on three acres
Victor Memorial Veterans Park 50 17th St. Walking path past the gazebo, veterans’ benches and the Cobra helicopter on display
Greentown Park 224 E. Bearden St. Walking path around a 3-acre neighborhood park
Greer City Park 301 E. Poinsett St. Paths around 12 acres of fountains, pond and the butterfly garden; open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Kids Planet is open 7 a.m. to dusk, closed until noon on Wednesdays. Downtown parking is free in the city’s lots and the 210-space Jason Street garage at 120 Jason St., according to the city’s parking page.

Trails under way

South Tyger River Greenway. The city adopted a master plan in 2022, and construction has begun on Phase 1A, from Country Club Road Park (2501 Country Club Road) along the South Tyger River. The ADA accessible trail will have four river overlooks, a boardwalk and future kayak and canoe access, and the city expects Phase 1A to be finished by the end of 2026. Trail maps are on the city’s parks page.

Wards Creek Trail. Phase 1 is a proposed 0.45-mile walking and biking trail from Biblebrook Road to Wards Creek Park, 110 Greenleaf Drive, built of asphalt, concrete, shared roadway and boardwalk, to connect downtown neighborhoods.

Biking

Greer’s park loops are short and some ban bikes, so most riders head to the county system:

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail. Opened in 2009, this 32-mile and growing network runs through Travelers Rest, Greenville, Mauldin, Simpsonville and Fountain Inn, Greenville County Rec says. Its interactive map shows access points and parking, restrooms, road crossings and half-mile markers. County rules include a speed limit of 20 mph, stopping at every road crossing, keeping right and passing with “on your left” or a bell, and keeping dogs on a short leash.

Near water

Greer CPW’s Lake Robinson, 2544 Mays Bridge Road, has a boat ramp, three fishing piers and shelters, and is open sunrise to sunset, according to CPW. It is used mainly for boating, fishing and paddling.

Tips

  • Leash your dog everywhere in the city; see our dog-friendly guide.
  • Watch this page for the South Tyger River Greenway’s opening.

Related guides: parks and trails in Greer, dog-friendly Greer and free things to do in Greer.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I walk in Greer?

Paved walking trails with exercise stations at Kids Planet, 3605 Brushy Creek Road; walking trails around the Center for the Arts, 804 Trade St.; the walking path at Victor Memorial Veterans Park, 50 17th St.; and paths at Greentown Park and Greer City Park.

When will the South Tyger River Greenway open?

The city says Phase 1A, from Country Club Road Park along the South Tyger River, should be finished by the end of 2026. It will be ADA accessible, with four river overlooks, a boardwalk and future kayak and canoe access.

Does the Swamp Rabbit Trail go to Greer?

No. The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail runs through Travelers Rest, Greenville, Mauldin, Simpsonville and Fountain Inn. Downtown Greenville is about 10 miles from Greer.

Can I bike at Kids Planet?

No. Bikes, skateboards and skates are not allowed at Kids Planet. Use the city’s other paths or the Swamp Rabbit Trail.