City of Greenville Parks, Recreation & Tourism introduces free adult hiking series ‘Trail Mix’

Adult outdoor enthusiasts looking to discover local trails, build endurance, and connect with fellow nature lovers will have a new way to explore the Upstate this November.

Greenville Parks, Recreation & Tourism has announced “Trail Mix: City of Greenville,” a free, three-part guided hiking series created to introduce adults to regional natural spaces while progressively building trail-walking confidence.

The series is structured to gradually step up in distance and difficulty across three consecutive Tuesday mornings, making it an accessible option whether participants are brand-new hikers finding their footing or seasoned walkers eager to explore local pathways at a social, comfortable pace.

A Step-by-Step Hiking Progression

The three outings transition from gentle urban park paths to forested nature preserves, concluding with foothill terrain:

• Session 1: Cleveland Park

  • When: Tuesday, November 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

  • Focus: An approachable, paved one-hour kickoff along the Reedy River corridor, ideal for loosening up and getting acquainted with fellow hikers.

• Session 2: Conestee Nature Preserve

  • When: Tuesday, November 10 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

  • Focus: A two-hour excursion through hardwood canopies, boardwalks, and wetland pathways bordered by rich wildlife habitats.

• Session 3: Paris Mountain State Park

  • When: Tuesday, November 17 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

  • Focus: A two-and-a-half-hour finale navigating undulating mountain trails, rocky foothill ascents, and scenic lake views.

Registration and Participation Details

While the entire Trail Mix program is free to attend, advance registration is mandatory to maintain manageable group sizes and ensure trail safety. Participants have the flexibility to sign up for single dates that fit their schedule or commit to the full three-week series.

Interested community members can reserve their spots by visiting the registration links on the City of Greenville Parks, Recreation & Tourism social pages (@gvilleparksrectourism) or through the city’s department portal at greenvillesc.gov.