Category Archives: trails
Update on the Trolley Track Trail Sinkhole
This giant sinkhole that closed the south end of the Trolley Track Trail might not be a sinkhole at all, but an old forgotten mine where the roof has caved in. The KC Area Transportation Authority, owners of the trail, … Continue reading
Olathe completes west end of Indian Creek Trail
Kansas Cyclist has a great summary of a new extension at the western end of the Indian Creek Trail in Olathe. It connects Hampton Park and Southdowns Park with the residential area at 159th and Ridgeview Road. This new 1.5 … Continue reading
Grandview adopts first-ever trails plan
The southern suburb of Grandivew, MO recently adopted it’s first ever trails plan, which is a good thing considering the city’s current situation. Not counting small walking loops, the city’s only existing trail is a 0.9 mile connector to the … Continue reading
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Kansas Trail News
Kansas Cyclist has an update on trail news around the state, including the Kanza Rail-Trail Conservancy annual meeting and updates from Lawrence and Leavenworth.
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Tonganoxie bike/ped plan advances
Monday the City Council of Tonganoxie, KS in Leavenworth County will vote on a comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian master plan that includes a full range of sidewalks, trails, bicycle lanes, and Complete Streets. The plan would guide facilities in new … Continue reading
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Big weekend showcases much of our local bike culture
If you thought last weekend was big for bicycling in Kansas City, this weekend is even bigger. Events all over the metro area will give you a very big slice of local culture. There’s something for almost every persuasion, whether … Continue reading
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Independence Family Bike Ride on the new Rock Creek Trail
This is a great opportunity to check out the new Rock Creek Trail being built in western Independence! Join Independence park staff for a family-friendly bicycle ride from Rotary Park to Country Club Park and back on the new Rock … Continue reading
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New trail opening in Olathe
Kansas Cyclist reports on a new trail segment in Olathe that will connect Heritage Park and Blackbob Park. They also provide a handy map showing a good on-street connection from the new trail to the popular Indian Creek Trail, just … Continue reading
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Two local trails get federal funding via KDOT
Two area trail projects are among the 18 Transportation Enhancements grants recently awarded by the Kansas Department of Transportation. Shawnee’s the Clear Creek Trail will be extended to connect with the popular Mill Creek Streamway that runs from the Kaw … Continue reading
KC develops innovative trail 9-1-1 locator system
The KC metro area has developed an innovative system for locating 9-1-1 calls on the region’s trails. While most cell phones can now send their location to the 9-1-1 call centers, it’s still difficult for police and paramedics to locate … Continue reading
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