The flash flood of 2018 washed away much of Creekside Trail including the bridges. In fiscal years 2020, 2021, and 2022, City Council dedicated the Capital Improvement funds to restore the bridges and the washed-out trails. Thank you for your patience while we work to bring back a beloved Lynchburg treasure.
ATTENTION REGARDING TRAIL CLOSURES
DO NOT ENTER CLOSED TRAILS/AREAS
Barricades are in place for your safety. Trail users need to observe all posted signs and stay out of all areas with physical barriers. Violators can be charged with trespassing by LPD. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
UPDATE WINTER 2025
Ivy Creek Bridge on Creekside Trail
- Ivy Creek Bridge, near Ivy & Blackwater Creeks, is set for renovation.
- Inspections (May 2023) found the structure fit for repair.
- Renovation designs were completed in July 2024.
- Work began in October 2024; expected completion by winter 2025.
- Trail from Peninsula St. to Elk Trail to reopen post-repair.
- Additional pedestrian crossings near Langhorne Road are planned for 2025.
Creekside, Downstream Swinging Bridge, and Beaver Trail
- Downstream swinging bridge replaced, reopened October 2023.
- Creekside Trail is open from Point of Honor Trail to Elk Trail.
- Beaver Trail improvements: grading, resurfacing, and tree replanting.
- Completion and soft opening of Beaver Trail east and west loops in Spring 2025.
- The final section of Beaver Trail (bridge and boardwalk) is to be completed by the summer of 2025.
Creekside Trail from Langhorne Rd to Blackwater Creek Athletic Area (BWCAA)
- New elevated walkway under Langhorne Road and box stairs above Farm Basket parking lot.
- Trail redesign and re-routing between Hill Street and the Dog Park due to storm damage.
- Volunteers cleared invasive vegetation in 2022–2023.
- The section near Dog Park is to open after the easement acquisition.
- The trail will remain unpaved and for walking/hiking only.