Elmwood Park: A Green Oasis in Downtown Roanoke

Getting There

• Public Bus

  From downtown Blacksburg, walk to the nearest bus stop on Main Street. Take the Smart Way bus towards Roanoke, which typically departs every hour. Once on the bus, keep an eye on the route map or ask the driver for the stop at Elmwood Park. Get off at the Williamson Rd SE stop. From there, Elmwood Park will be a short walk; just head east on Williamson Rd for about 5 minutes until you reach the park entrance.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer biking, rent a bicycle from one of the local rental shops in Blacksburg. Head south on Main Street until you reach the Huckleberry Trail. Follow the trail west towards Roanoke. Continue on the Huckleberry Trail until it intersects with Williamson Rd SE. Turn left onto Williamson Rd and ride for about 10 minutes until you reach Elmwood Park, which will be on your left.

• Walking

  If you're feeling adventurous, you can walk to Elmwood Park. Start at the center of Blacksburg and head south on Main Street. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with 460 E. Cross over and continue on Williamson Rd SE. Elmwood Park will be approximately a 1.5-mile walk, taking about 30-40 minutes. Enjoy the sights along the way!

• Rideshare

  You can also use rideshare services like Uber or Lyft. Simply request a ride to 'Elmwood Park, 505 Williamson Rd SE, Roanoke, VA 24011' from your current location in Blacksburg. The driver will pick you up and take you directly to the park. This is a convenient option if you are traveling with a group or have limited time.