New Trail to Connect Williamston to Nature, Neighborhoods
Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 12:15PM Greg Wilson/Anderson Observer
The Town of Williamston has received a grant for the Saratoga Springs Greenway, a trail system that will connect the town, highlighting the natural resources and increasing walkability for citizens.
The $319,603 grant from the Appalachian Regional Council, will be matched by the town to create the Saratoga Springs Greenway project. The name is an echo to Williamston's history and natural springs, which earned the town the nickname "The Saratoga Springs of the South," recalling New York's world-reknowned Saratoga Springs.
The trail will expand the current trail from Veteran's Park, across Williams Street and follow the banks of Big Creek to the old Williamston stone quarry. There are also plans to eventually connect to the new developments being constructed on the other side of the creek and create a path for many students in Williamston to have a safe trail to walk to school.
Long-rage plans include extending the trail to connect Williamston, Pelzer and West Pelzer, with the potential to meet other trail systems to create a countywide trail.
