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North Oconee River Greenway - Easley Mill Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Running trail in Athens, Georgia · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from North Oconee River Greenway - Easley Mill Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

PavedOpen 24hScenic

What runners say about North Oconee River Greenway - Easley Mill Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (23 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“During my visit I was impressed by the well maintained surroundings and the sense of security provided by a police officer patrolling the area on a bicycle.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Some scenic views of the Oconee River and photo ops along the way.”

The North Oconee River Greenway in Athens, GA is a delightful and spacious path, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a refreshing bike ride. During my visit I was impressed by the well maintained surroundings and the sense of security provided by a police officer patrolling the area on a bicycle.

★★★★☆ — Michael , Apr 2025

Visited the greenway in Athens today. Easy trail and flat for the most part. Some scenic views of the Oconee River and photo ops along the way. Trails took about an hour and a half from end-to-end. Maybank Media 7 #atlmediapro

★★★★★ — Maybank , Aug 2024

Beautiful Trail. Great view of fall foliage and the river. Smooth walking surface. Dog friendly. Benches and lookouts. Open sunrise to sunset

★★★★★ — R , Nov 2022

Finally open! Could be longer. Greenway plan shows it will go all the way along river to make a loop along Firefly trail (will connect to section by Wafflehouse). Trailhead here has parking for 4 or 5 cars. [Edit 11-16-22] now connects all the way to North Oconee Access Rd off College Station

★★★★★ — Robert , Nov 2022

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 7 mentions

“There's an overlook to the river where we often see turtles and a blue heron.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“Wide, paved trail for walking, running, biking.”

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Plan your run at North Oconee River Greenway - Easley Mill Trailhead

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • Phone+1 706-613-3801

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find North Oconee River Greenway - Easley Mill Trailhead

470 Oconee St, Athens, GA 30601

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.