Ivy Creek Greenway Extension Approved Near Mall of Georgia

Construction will soon begin on an extension of Ivy Creek Greenway near the Mall of Georgia in Buford.

On May 21, Gwinnett County commissioners approved the three-quarter mile extension of the trail, which runs through Suwanee and Buford, according to a news release issued by the county.

When complete the extension will feature wood boardwalks, a 270-foot cable bridge, an overlook platform, and restrooms.

In the future, officials want to connect the greenway to George Pierce Park, creating seven miles of areas to use bicycles and walking.

"Greenways are an important extension of our park system and provide a chance for individuals and families to focus on fitness in a natural setting,” District 1 Commissioner Jace Brooks said in the news release.

The recent extension is estimated to cost $2.2 million and extends the trail to 4.4 miles. It should be completed by the end of the year.

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Ivy Creek Greenway Connection to Suwanee Coming