Enjoy nature along the three-mile Buffalo Creek Greenway which travels along the Spring Branch to the Neuse River Walk at Smithfield Commons. Part of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail through Johnston County, the ten foot wide path accommodates hikers, runners, and bikers.

Trail entrances are located throughout Historic Downtown Smithfield and the back of Smithfield Community Park. Visitors and residents alike love the fun 5K runs planned by the Smithfield Parks & Recreation Department, check the calendar for scheduled events.