Northwest Greenway Trail Development – Plymouth, MN

SRF partnered with the City of Plymouth to help develop, design, and construct the Northwest Greenway Trail, a long-term recreational asset located within a preserved greenway corridor in the city’s northwest section. The trail system is designed to link neighborhoods, parks, schools, and existing trails, offering a safe, scenic, off-road recreation alternative for Plymouth residents.

Phased Trail Construction and Natural Resource Integration

Spanning more than 300 acres, 7.7 miles of trail and several amenities have been constructed, including:

• Boardwalks and pedestrian bridges
• Local trail connections to community destinations
• Rest areas designed for trail users
• Routes through remnant Big Woods landscapes and former agricultural land
• Trailhead facility with parking, a pavilion, trail connections, and a challenge course

SRF designed each trail segment and amenity with sensitivity to the site’s environmental character, helping preserve open space and wildlife habitat while expanding recreational access.

A Trail System Designed for Long-Term Impact

While the area around the greenway continues to grow with residential and commercial development, it has become a key piece of Plymouth’s open space network, supporting the City’s goals for environmental stewardship, healthy living, and community connectivity.

Resource Links:
Plymouth Celebrates Final Phase of the Northwest Greenway Trail System
City of Plymouth – Parks & Trails
Northwest Greenway – City of Plymouth, MN

Internal Category:
Parks, Trails & Recreation
Land Development

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