THE RETURN OF THE SUMMER GUIDE
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s we emerge from a pandemic world, and bounce back from a summer of sitting at home binging shows on Netflix, we are proud to bring back our summer guide. It’s our best effort to bring this summer’s Johnston County events to you, our dear readers. At press time, things are still in the process of opening up around the county, so not everyone’s plans are set in stone. Still, what we do know is that there is far more happening this summer than we had on offer last year. So get out there and have some fun!
The Great Outdoors Clayton River Walk on the Neuse Address: 2686 Covered Bridge Road, Clayton Cost: free Overview: It’s a beautiful 4-mile, paved trail that begins at the Wake/Johnston county line and runs parallel to the Neuse River under Covered Bridge Road. Contact: www.townofclaytonnc.org/Parksand-Recreation/greenways-and-trails.aspx
biking trail. The greenway leads to the winding Neuse River and connects with the Clayton River Walk on the Neuse, a 4-mile section of the North Carolina Mountains-to-Sea Trail. These trails now allow families to enjoy more than 30 miles of biking or hiking all the way from Clayton to Falls Dam Lake in Raleigh. Contact: www.townofclaytonnc.org/Parksand-Recreation/greenways-and-trails.aspx
Sam’s Branch Greenway Address: 1358 N. O’Neill Street, Clayton Cost: free Overview: It’s a beautiful 1.25 mile, 10-foot-wide paved pedestrian and
Clemmons Educational State Forest Address: 2411 Old U.S. 70 West, Clayton Cost: free Overview: The first of North Carolina’s
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Educational State Forests, Clemmons opened in 1976 in Johnston County. Featuring self-guided trails and exhibits, as well as Ranger-conducted classes, the forest offers a wealth of experiences for the senses and the mind. Contact: www.ncesf.org/clemmons.html
Legend Park Mountain Bike Trail Address: 550 City Road, Clayton Cost: free Overview: This park offers a little something for all riders, from beginner to expert. Contact: www.townofclaytonnc.org/ Parks-and-Recreation/mountain-biketrail.aspx
