Maline Greenway

The Maline Greenway features a primarily flat and open asphalt surface, making it an easy and accessible route for all users. It is also wheelchair accessible.

The Maline Greenway extends from Bellefontaine Road into Bella Fontaine Park. You can find parking within Bella Fontaine Park, which offers convenient access to the trail. The Bella Fontaine Park East area is a good point of reference for facilities.

Yes, the Maline Greenway is dog-friendly. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash and that you clean up after them to maintain a pleasant experience for all trail users.

The greenway meanders through Bella Fontaine Park, offering diverse scenery. You'll pass through natural areas including an upland woodland and a restored prairie. The trail crosses Maline Creek in three locations, where you might spot evidence of beavers or see herons and egrets, especially during spring, summer, or fall. There's also new landscaping with over 300 trees and shrubs, and seating areas.

The Maline Greenway is enjoyable year-round. However, spring, summer, and fall offer the best opportunities to spot wildlife like herons and egrets along Maline Creek. The new landscaping and restored prairie are also vibrant during these seasons.

No, there are no entrance fees or permits required to access Bella Fontaine Park or to use the Maline Greenway. It is free and open to the public.

Yes, the Maline Greenway integrates with other paved trails within Bella Fontaine Park, such as the Maple Tree Trail, Cardinal Trail, and Fox Den Trail, creating larger loop options. It is also part of a larger master plan to connect to the Mississippi Greenway and St. Vincent Greenway.

Absolutely! With its easy, flat asphalt surface and wheelchair accessibility, the Maline Greenway is very family-friendly. There's even a storybook walk near the baseball fields, which is a fun feature for children.

Key features include three replaced bridges over Maline Creek, an underpass beneath Lewis & Clark Boulevard (County Road 367) for enhanced safety and transit connections, and a storybook walk near the baseball fields. The trail itself is a highlight, connecting Bella Fontaine Park to surrounding neighborhoods.

Currently, 1.6 miles of the Maline Greenway are completed, extending from Bellefontaine Road to Bella Fontaine Park. This section offers a pleasant hike of approximately 4.8 kilometers.

Yes, the underpass beneath Lewis & Clark Boulevard (County Road 367) enhances safety and connects the greenway to nearby transit stops, making it accessible via public transport.