From its earliest days, Greenbelt was created with a City Limits reverence for non-motorized modes of transporta- Historic Greenbelt Inner tion. The inner walkway system was created as a Walkway System means for people to walk to almost any destination Roadside Pedestrian Trail without having to cross a street at grade. Street (Includes Sidewalks) underpasses allowed pedestrians to avoid interac- Public Off-Road Pedestrian Trail tion with automobiles. FOREST Historic Greenbelt Inner As the city has grown to areas east of the PRESERVE Walkway Underpass Baltimore-Washington Parkway and west of the Capital Beltway, some of the planning features which Walking Tour were built into old Greenbelt have been lost. The American Discovery Trail Capital Beltway and Baltimore-Washington Parkway Use Metro have divided the city in thirds and have limited the Underpass East Coast Greenway opportunities for getting from one area to another. Caution (Busy Intersection) In an effort to unite Greenbelt’s disparate sections and rekindle the spirit of free non-motorized move- Public Facility ment throughout the city, the Greenbelt City Council has worked with its advisory boards and interested Retail Facility/Dining citizens to develop a comprhensive city-wide master trails map for pedestrians and bicyclists. FOREST Campground PRESERVE Walking or bicycling for transportation or recreation enhances the quality of life for Greenbelt residents Picnic Area by reducing pollution and congestion, enhancing health and fitness, and promoting a sense of School community. FOREST PRESERVE The purpose of the Trails Map is to promote the Museum (Limited Hours)

existing trails network as a transportation and Indian Cree k T ra i Info Center recreation resource, and to provide guidance for the l planning, design and construction of additions to Greenbelt Station Parkway Parking the trails system and related support facilities. Main Streets & Miracle Miles It is intended to provide direct and safe routes e n a Heritage Route Destinations L between and among all parts of the city, with k an FOREST B particular emphasis on providing access to public am tre PRESERVE transportation, recreation, education, and commer- S cial locations. It is also intended to provide a scenic, safe and varied system of pedestrian and bicycle routes which Branchville Road provide a recreational experience for people of all

ages and physical conditions, including persons with tem ys S ils disabilities. a r il T a 5 tary r 8 T u t b h i k r e A T re C v a i n e t a i . s d o n c I The American Discovery Trail (ADT) is a non-motor- a n ized, coast-to-coast, multi-use hiking trail. The trail A passes through several metropolitan areas, including Washington D.C., and incorporates not only hiking trails, but also bicycle routes and equestrian trails. In Greenbelt, the ADT travels through Greenbelt Park, across Greenbelt Road to Buddy Attick Park, and on to the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC). Learn more at http://www.discoverytrail.org/

Post The East Coast Greenway Office The East Coast Greenway (ECG) is a 2,900-mile, non-motorized, long-distance, urban, shared-use trail system linking 25 major cities along the Eastern Seaboard between Calais, Maine, and Key West, Florida. In Greenbelt, the ECG travels along Cherry- wood Lane, through Historic Greenbelt, through Greenbelt East and on to Elkton, MD. Learn more at http://www.greenway.org/ Greenbelt is the only City in America where the ECG Creek Trail and ADT cross paths. ian nd I FOREST PRESERVE Greenbelt Park is administered and maintained by the National Park Service. It features hiking, horse Wellesley Drive Community and nature trails, as well as camping and picnicking Building facilities. Bicycles are allowed on the roads in the park, but not on any of the unpaved trails. For more information, call the Park headquarters at (301) 344-3948. DOCTOR’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

This map shows existing pedestran and cycling routes withing the City of Greenbelt. In no way is this Trails Map intended to restrict users to the routes suggested; or is the designation of a trail or bicycle route intended to indicate that the route is free from the usual hazards that accompany bicycling or walking, especially in proximity to automobile traffic. The City of Greenbelt assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of this map or the safe condition of delineated routes. Users are solely responsible for www.marylandmilestones.org any risks encountered and for their own safety. ATHA Inc. FALL 2016 Wear a Helmet Baltimore to Washington Maryland law requires all Bike Route bicyclists under the age of 16 to wear a bicycle helmet when riding on public property. This includes roadways, trails and FOREST sidewalks PRESERVE Obey Traffic Signs and Signals Bicyclists must obey all the rules of the road.

Use Metro Underpass One Person Per Bike Riding double is only permitted when carrying a helmeted child in an approved carrier or on a tandem bike. The City of Greenbelt would like to extend its FOREST appreciation to the Maryland-National Capital PRESERVE Ride Single File Park and Planning Commission, Maryland Ride single file, especially on Milestones/ATHA Inc. and the Council of Govern- roads with heavy traffic. Where ments for their assistance in making this trail map traffic is light, cyclists may ride FOREST two abreast as long as they are PRESERVE not impeding traffic.

Indian Cree kT ra Stay Off Sidewalks il Riding on sidewalks is illegal, Greenbelt Station Parkway can be dangerous, and is discourteous to pedestrians.

e n FOREST La k an Use Hand Signals m B PRESERVE Strea Hand signals tell motorists and pedestrians what you intend to do. Give clear hand signals as a matter of law, Cross-City Bicycle Routes Branchville Road courtesy, and self-protection.

In-Road Bike Lane tem ys S Turning Left: 2 Options ils a r il T ry ra 5 1) As A VEHICLE: Signal, move to On-Road Bicycle Routes 8 ta T u t ib h r k the left-turn lane and complete T e A re C v a n i e t ia . the turn when safe. Hiker-Biker Trail s d o n c I a 2) As A PEDESTRIAN: Ride to the n American Discovery Trail A far right of the intersection, dismount & walk across. School Be Visible Caution (Busy Intersection) When riding at night, use a white headlight on the front Public Facility and a red reflector/light on Retail Center the back of the bicycle.

Campground Post Office Picnic Area Be Wary of Parked Cars City Limits Ride a minimum of 3 feet to East Coast Greenway the left of parked cars to avoid suddenly opened doors. Be Museum (Limited Hours) particularly careful if you see a motorist in the car. Info Center

Parking To Paint Branch Trail reek Trail n C ia and Northeast Branch Trail d FOREST Share the Pathways In (Anacostia Tributary Trails System) Main Streets & Miracle Miles PRESERVE Users should allow room for others Heritage Route Destinations to pass. Joggers should avoid running in packs. Bicycling is not permitted on hiking trails or in Wellesley Drive Community Building nature areas.

Keep to the Right All pathway users must keep to the right except when passing. Yield to The Anacostia Trails Heritage Area is a certified pedestrians; they have the Maryland Heritage Area located in northern Prince right-of-way on hiker/biker trails. George’s County and managed by Maryland Milestones/ATHA Inc. With nearly 100 square miles of history, culture, arts, and natural sites, there are Warn Others When Passing many opportunities for exploring the Nation’s When approaching pedestrians, backyard. sound your bell (or horn) or call out, then pass safely on the left.

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Funding for the update and reprinting Bicycles are classified as vehicles in Maryland. of this map provided by ATHA Inc. Cyclists have the same privileges and FALL 2016 responsibilities as motorists.