Trails with a Use of road biking

Central Park Full Loop Bike Trail

Central Park statuary

It goes without saying that a trip to New York City is incomplete without a visit to Central Park. But most people don’t realize that the best way to see Central Park is via the great full loop bike path that circumnavigates the park. It is an especially efficient way to get a broad overview …

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East River Greenway

East River Greenway for dogs

Although this trail seems to perpetually be under construction of one form or another, it falls into the category of “a trail with great potential.” It is one of the many wonderful bike routes in Manhattan that is theoretically car-free. Unfortunately, all of the constant detours distract from this laudable goal of being a safe …

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Hudson Valley Rail Trail

The Hudson Valley Rail Trail is ideal for human-powered vehicles of all types. It’s a great way to see fall colors and easily accessible from New York City via Amtrak to Poughkeepsie. One suggested route for enjoying this trail is to take an Ulster County bus from the Poughkeepsie train station to New Paltz. Most …

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Peaks to Plains Trail – Clear Creek Segment

electric bike on trail

Clear Creek Trail Segment Although the Clear Creek segment of the Peaks to Plains Trail is currently only about two miles long, this segment should soon be four miles long. It is a beautifully designed concrete trail that runs right beside Clear Creek and parallel to Highway 6 that runs from Golden, Colorado up to …

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Missouri Pacific Recreational Trail

The Missouri Pacific Recreational Trail (or Mo-Pac Trail) is a paved multi-use pathway built on the former Missouri Pacific Railway corridor in Iola, Kansas. The trail connects with the Prairie Spirit Trail and runs east to just past Cottonwood Street, providing access to the nearby Middle School and High School, as well as connecting to …

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Southwind Rail Trail

Bike riders on Colorado rail trail

The Southwind Rail Trail is located in Allen County, Kansas, running between the communities of Iola and Humboldt, over a distance of about 6 miles. The trail features a crushed limestone surface, and several scenic points, including the magnificent Elm Creek railroad bridge. The Southwind Rail Trail is an extension of the Prairie Spirit Trail, …

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