White River Greenway North

The White River Greenway (North) is a scenic, river-hugging trail experience in Hamilton County that unfolds in two main sections, one in Carmel and one in Noblesville, and together they help anchor the broader White Riverway network of riverfront parks, cultural attractions, and connected communities. It’s the kind of trail where the river stays close, the tree canopy does a lot of the work, and the miles feel calmer than you’d expect this close to busy suburban corridors.

In Carmel, the greenway follows the White River and River Road from Prather Park to 146th Street, delivering a quiet, wooded ride with frequent river glimpses and that “tucked-away” feeling that makes you forget you’re still in town.

In Noblesville, the trail becomes more of a downtown riverwalk experience. The White River Greenway in Noblesville (also known as the Noblesville Riverwalk) links key destinations along the river corridor, including Forest Park and the heart of Downtown Noblesville, and it’s promoted as one of the city’s signature trails for scenic river views, public art, and easy access to shopping and dining. North of downtown, the route continues toward the iconic Potter’s Bridge Park, giving your outing a satisfying “city-to-nature” progression as you move from lively district energy back into floodplain forest and riverside quiet.

The two trail sections aren’t fully continuous yet, but you can connect them using the Nickel Plate Trail and streetside connector trails on 146th Street. However you link it, the overall experience stays consistent: a smooth, inviting path for walking, running, and biking that balances wooded riverbank tranquility with easy access to some of Hamilton County’s most loved parks and downtown scenes.