A garden pathway makes it easier to walk through the different parts of your backyard.

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These mossy stepping stones are functional while adding to the garden’s serene aesthetic.

Beautiful garden path with stepping stones and border plants

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This flagstone pathway takes you from the house to the patio to a garden shed and vegetable garden.

On the way, there is the perfect spot for two to enjoy a cup of coffee al fresco.

Flagstone stepping stones are a great option because you might easily place them in the pattern your garden grows.

Stepping stones in a garden

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The combination looks stunning when paired with its natural surroundings.

Manicured Lawn Pathway

You don’t necessarily need pavers or rocks to create a garden pathway.

If you love spending time taking care of your lawn, manicure it to create pathways around garden beds.

A garden pathway to a shed

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Circular Pathway

A circular pathway like this one seamlessly leads you to different backyard zones.

Decomposed Granite Walkway

If you need something gentle and stable underfoot, opt for decomposed granite.

It’s similar to gravel but finer and easier to walk on.

A walkway in a side garden

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Large wood planks like these look great while keeping steady when walking across.

This landscape rock pathway contrasts beautifully with the mulch garden beds and greenery.

This helps save on cost and adds a seamless, timeless look to your backyard.

A wood pathway in a pergola

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The simple flagstone pathway blends right into the garden beds and landscaping rocks for a laidback, relaxed look.

The ground cover growing between helps soften the look while adding a bit of color.

Fire Pit Pathway

Landscape rocks are a budget-friendly and safe option for fire pit areas.

A grass garden pathway

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This fire pit area is surrounded by a mulch garden that contrasts with the landscape rock pathway.

Diamon Concrete Paver Walkway

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It’s all in the pattern.

The ground cover growing between the pavers is a simple way to incorporate nature and color.

A garden pathway in a serene backyard

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The pavers make this backyard look elegant and modern.

A pea gravel garden pathway

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Wood steps in a backyard garden

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Steps going down through a garden

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A walkway next to a patio

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A gravel pathway through a backyard

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Concrete slab walkway through a backyard

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A concrete walkway in a garden

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Concrete steps adjacent to a pool

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A patio with a brick paver pathway to a garden

Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Kaitlin Green

A pathway leading to an edible garden

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A side yard with a flagstone pathway

Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

A white house with a backyard patio

Design byMindy Gayer/ Photo by Vanessa Lentine

A pathway to a backyard playground

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A dirt pathway through a backyard garden

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A backyard with a patio and hanging chair

Design byMindy Gayer/ Photo by Vanessa Lentine

A cute bungalow with a paved pathway

Design byCalimia Home/ Photo by Karla Garcia

A backyard with a manicured pathway

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A garden pathway leading to a patio

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A backyard with stepping stones

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A backyard with a lush garden

Design byMarie Flanigan Interiors/ Photo byJulie Soefer

A small backyard with an above ground pool

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