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Southwestern Commission 2013 Regional Trails Plan Southwestern Commission 2013 Regional Trails Plan FINAL —September 2013 This page intentionally blank for printing purposes. Southwestern Commission 2013 Regional Trails Plan Table of Contents Page 1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 3 2. Trails & Trails Users ....................................................................................................................... 6 3. Public & Stakeholder Involvement .............................................................................................. 11 4. A History of Success Stories ........................................................................................................ 14 5. Region, County Maps & Project Ideas ........................................................................................ 20 6. Mountains-to-Sea State Trail Routing Concepts ...................................................................... 32 7. Health & Economic Impacts of Trails ........................................................................................ 38 8. Maintenance & Operations............................................................................................................. 42 9. Implementation .................................................................................................................................. 46 Appendix: Supplemental Materials ................................................................................................... 52 “Our ultimate aim is more than just a trail–it is a whole system of them, a cobweb planned to cover the mountains... Here is where the planning comes, for a playground and a living ground–well equipped, well cared for, and well used.” –Benton MacKaye, “Progress Toward the Appalachian Trail”, Appalachia (1922) 1 2013 Regional Trails Plan Southwestern Commission Acknowledgments The Southwestern Commission and State Trails Program thank the individuals and organizations who contributed time, maps, and resources to help us compile the Regional Trails Plan. The counties and towns that are members of the Southwestern Commission continue to provide invaluable support, both monetarily and through commitment of staff and elected officials, to promote efforts such as the Regional Trails Plan. We thank all of you for your contributions! G.R.E.A.T. Darrell McBane Ryan Sherby, Executive Director State Trails Sarah Graham, Regional Planner Program Manager Philip Moore, Environmental Planner Southwestern Commission Don Kostelec, Trails Plan Project Manager Southwestern Commission 2013 Regional Trails Plan 2 Chapter 1 Introduction The Southern Appalachian Mountains of Western Division of Parks and Recreation’s State Trails Pro- North Carolina have been a recreational haven since gram, includes data collection on regional trails, pub- the 1800s. The area contains the Great Smoky lic workshops to gather ideas for new trails, and doc- Mountains National Park along with premiere hiking umentation of other trail– and greenway-related trails such as the Appalachian Trail, Benton MacKaye considerations for the region. Trail, Bartram Trail and Mountains-to-Sea Trail. The seven counties evaluated for the Plan are: Communities across Western North Cherokee County; Carolina are investing in greenways Clay County; that connect destinations within small Graham County; towns, mountain bike trails, and blue- Haywood County; ways (or paddle trails) along the re- Jackson County; gion’s scenic rivers. Macon County; and This combination of world class trails Swain County. attracts visitors from across the state, The Plan was intended to gather ideas from citizens the United States and the world, pro- and community leaders as to where towns, counties, moting economic development and and other community stakeholders should pursue healthy living. Until now, the region’s new trails or enhancement of existing trails. This in- trails have never been fully cataloged cludes hiking trails, mountain bike trails, greenways, into a cohesive set of maps. Further, paddle trails, equestrian trails and connections be- The Southwestern Commission Regional Trails Plan included common considerations for future trail tween trails. ideas for new trails and implementation recommendations for expansion and documentation of what the seven western counties in North Carolina. Trails identified through this Plan will become part of each community envisions for a future the State Trails Plan and recognition in this Plan will trails system was desired by the State. help the region receive state funding through grant In 2012 and 2013, the Southwestern Commission— programs administered by State Parks as one criteria the regional council of governments for the seven- for ranking of applications is inclusion of a trail in a county region of Western North Carolina— regional plan. developed this Regional Trails Plan to be the first- What does the Plan include? ever effort to catalog and plan for a future trail sys- The primary product of this plan is a regionwide map tem. indicating where existing hiking trails, greenways, The Plan efforts, funded through the North Carolina mountain bike trails, equestrian trails and some on- 3 2013 Regional Trails Plan Southwestern Commission road bicycle routes are located. It also includes rec- ommendations, based on public input, on where gion’s attractiveness to visitors, residents and those new trails, greenways or routes may be located to looking to relocate to the area. connect to other trails or connect towns/ Communities often believe they cannot communities to one another. afford to conserve open space and se- Other themes addressed in this Plan include: cure land to place greenways and trails. Regional Success Stories; But accumulating evidence indicates Mountains-to-Sea Trail Options; that open space conservation and the Health & Economic Impacts of Trails; creation of trails and greenways are Maintenance & Operations of Trail Facilities; and investments that produce significant Funding & Implementation Recommendations. economic benefits to help offset the costs of securing and acquiring land. Why a Trails Inventory & Concept Plan? There are many benefits of walking and Interest in trails and greenways has always been bicycling, including mental health, fos- strong in Western North Carolina. As the region has tering of independent thought, and Many of the participants in the Regional Trails Plan workshops grown there have been numerous efforts to better physical fitness. Trails and greenways are actively involved in various organizations that promote and identify where existing trails are located and where also offer an opportunity to provide manage trails in Western North Carolina. they are desired. These efforts have never been con- natural “playscapes” to encourage chil- Photo: Don Kostelec solidated into one regional plan to identify partner- dren, teenagers, families and older ships or opportunities among various stakeholders. adults to engage in outdoor activities. The Plan is intended to be a starting point for trail How can you stay involved? and greenways considerations that the towns and This Plan represents input gathered from a variety of counties within the region can use to conduct more sources who contributed to the effort by providing detailed planning, project design and implementa- data, mapping information, public input and case tion of desired trails and associated facilities. study profiles. Organizations that had direct input Benefits of Trails & Greenways into the Plan include: The movement to improve the health and wellness Town and County governments; of adults and children across the country has identi- Advocacy organizations; fied trails and greenways as a critical component of Land conservancies; healthy living and active lifestyles. In Western North Friends groups; and Carolina, they also contribute greatly to the quality Individuals. of life in the region and will be a vital part of the re- Southwestern Commission 2013 Regional Trails Plan 4 Adoption of this Plan by the Southwestern Commis- Items such as bridges, boardwalks over wetlands, sion is only a start. The agency will need passionate and crosswalks and signals at street intersections citizens and organizations to help carry the Plan for- also impact cost. Other features such as lighting, ward to implementation. The groups noted on the signage, benches, information kiosks and historical acknowledgments page of this report are always markers can add to the overall cost to build a trail or looking for volunteers to help maintain trails and greenway. seek funding for trail enhancements or new trails. What’s next? We encourage you to get and stay involved! Work to compile this Plan includes collecting trails, greenways, parks/recreation, pedestrian, bicycle and How much will trails & greenways cost? land use plans from the towns and counties within The cost to build and maintain a trail or greenway the study area. Southwestern Commission also gath- can vary greatly depending on the setting, the type of ered several mapping files for current trails, public materials used to pave the greenway lands, conservation easements, state bike routes, or leave a trail in a natural state, and and others to create the basemaps that are a starting the amenities desired by citizens and point for the plan and workshops. communities. The funding source and requirements associated with Now it’s time to implement
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