The Grand Canalscape improves pedestrian and bicycle access to neighborhood schools, churches and businesses through 25 neighborhood connections and helps integrate the canal into the surrounding communities by incorporating public art and landscaping.
The project was developed through a unique partnership between the city of Phoenix, Salt River Project (which operates the canal) and the US Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, through a TIGER grant.
The Grand Canalscape project was recognized by the Arizona Association of General Contractors as a 2020 recipient of a BUILD Arizona award.
There are several City parks along the route where people can park a vehicle and access the Grand Canalscape on foot or bike. Locations are listed below and on the Grand Canalscape map.
There are numerous bike lanes that connect with the Grand Canalscape. Additionally, bicyclists may enter the pathway from Neighborhood Connection access points. Bikeways and Neighborhood Connection locations are provided on the Grand Canalscape map.
The Grand Canalscape connects with several Valley Metro bus routes and is close to the Valley Metro Rail route. The following Valley Metro Rail stations are closest to the Grand Canalscape:
Bicycles are allowed on Valley Metro buses and the light rail system. Buses are equipped with two front bike racks and light rail vehicles have hanging bike backs.
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