Suwanee is a city in Gwinnett County, Georgia, known for its commitment to environmental causes and healthy lifestyles. It began as a Native American village along the Chattahoochee River but in 1837 received its first post office and was officially recognized. The Georgia Air Line Railroad reached Suwanee in 1871, bringing people and economic trade with it, and its first hotel in 1880. However, a fire in 1881 burned down all but one building on Main Street and the city's growth stagnated until the 1920s. The arrival of several highways in the 20th century reinvigorated the city and it began to blossom again. Today, Suwanee has numerous urban parks, a system of trails and sidewalk paths connecting neighborhoods, and a bike share program initiated in 2016. Each year, it hosts the Suwanee Half Marathon and has won awards for its commitment to environmentalism and sustainable living.