About Muddy Creek Greenway
Muddy Creek Greenway is a easy hiking trail near Lewisville in Forsyth County, North Carolina.. The surface is asphalt. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
Photo by Daniel Roe on Unsplash
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Muddy Creek Greenway
Lewisville, North Carolina · Forsyth County
Muddy Creek Greenway is a easy hiking trail near Lewisville in Forsyth County, North Carolina.. The surface is asphalt. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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36.10493, -80.35740
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Weather at Muddy Creek Greenway
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Light Drizzle
82°/71°
💧 16%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:31 AM ↓ 8:23 PM
Wed
Overcast
85°/71°
💧 11%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:32 AM ↓ 8:22 PM
Thu
Drizzle
92°/70°
💧 16%🌬 10mph
↑ 6:32 AM ↓ 8:21 PM
Fri
Drizzle
92°/69°
💧 22%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:33 AM ↓ 8:20 PM
Sat
Drizzle
93°/68°
💧 20%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:34 AM ↓ 8:19 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- UPF sun shirt (long sleeve)Cooler than direct sun on bare skin.
- Light shorts/skirtLoose-fit, breathable.
- Wide-brimmed sun hatPlus a buff/bandana you can wet for cooling.
- Polarized sunglassesCritical for glare from sun + sand/water.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 7)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in North Carolina
Trail conditions in North Carolina change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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