4.5Newton Bike Shop(14 reviews) - Trans Am - Unbelievably friendly and talented Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops • Biking Trails
I have to say this is the nicest bike shop we've been in after 2300 miles of riding. Stopped in on a rest day for a bike tune up. They listened to my concerns, asked me to hang out for a few minutes while they looked the bike over, and made a few more suggestions that would help get me to my destination in GA. They even washed my bike after the service! Cleaner than when I bought it Too bad we weren't aware of the biker only hostel, I'm sure that would have been fun! Please stop by on your next cross country bike rideSee more..
Nice little area to go down by the water and see some wildlife. There were a ton a geese floating along and I saw various animal prints along the trail. Was under the impression the bridge was decommissioned until a train went overhead.See more..
These trails are absolutely gorgeous! They are well maintained and beautiful! I love that there is a lake and a creek on either side. They are so peaceful!See more..
Took a stroll through here to get to the car show at Merriam Market Place. What a good surprise how nice it was back there. My only recommendation is to have benches to stop and rest and enjoy the peace and quiet.See more..
3.0Wilderness Park(2 reviews) - Great nature walk Biking Trails • Hiking Trails
This 3.6 mile nature trail is mostly naturally shaded by trees with a compacted rock path the entire route. With several side paths you can easily shorten or lengthen your walk. The Casseletto Loop is by far the most fun. This loop has several changes in altitude with creek views, bridges, and intersects several side paths. We even saw deer on this section. There are some good climbs here. Additionally this loop twists and turns unlike the other main path which is just a straight road. We took a jogging stroller and covered the entire trail with no issue. That said there are some sections that were muddy and the bridge areas were uneven. I imagine after rain it may be worse. Walking and mountain bikes should be great here. You may want wear shoes that could get muddy and mosquito spray. Also plan on your own water and no restrooms. This path is fantastic and fun. We can't wait to come back. See more..
It appears the city has put in a lot of effort to build this concrete paved bike in an urban atmosphere which is fundamentally not suitable for biking. The city has installed neat artwork along the trail to make it interesting. Hence, the trail may be more enjoyable as a walk. But, the bike ride on this trail is choppy with frequent stop & go's. Redeeming is the northern part of the trail in Berkley riverfront park which is more enjoyable as that is away from traffic area and runs along the river.See more..
5.0Gary L. Haller Trail(1 review) - Beautiful Bike Trail Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails
The bike trail called Gary L. Haller trail is part of the larger Mill Creek Streamway Park. The bike trail is beautiful and paved (some asphalt, some concrete); it runs mostly north-south with a few side trails. It runs parallel to Mill Creek providing good views and shade. Frequently there are wayside placards providing historical information about geography and life at that particular location. The trail is popular with walkers and bike riders. At about middle of the trail is Shawnee Mission Park which provides avenues for a variety of other recreational activities.See more..
4.0Prairie Spirit Trail State Park(1 review) - Get away from the crowds Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Biking Trails • Hiking Trails If you enjoy small towns and rural scenery, you'll enjoy hiking or biking the Prairie Spirit Trail. This rail trail runs for 51 miles from Ottawa to Iola in Eastern Kansas with a gravel chat surface. It's mostly level and dries fairly quickly after rain. Much of the trail is shaded by trail side trees, but some sections display rolling hills, watering holes, cattle, ranchlands, prairie wildflowers and family farms. As the trail runs north and south, trail users will usually have a breeze. Bring your bug spray if visiting in the summer. Garnett, KS is one of the best trailheads utilizing the old rail depot as a visitor center. Even on holiday weekends, the trail is not crowded. Motels can be found at Ottawa, Garnett and Iola.See more..
5.0Prairie Spirit Trail(1 review) - Beautiful for biking, shade most of the way Biking Trails • Hiking Trails • Jogging Paths & Tracks
Prairie Spirit Trail State Park is a linear park that starts in Ottawa and runs south to Iola covering a distance of 51 miles. This review is for the section of the trail from Ottawa to Princeton, a distance of about nine miles. The trail starts at Santa Fe Train Depot museum and crosses the Marais Des Cygnes river, and soon the trail runs on lanes in the center of a busy street for about a half mile before the safe trail starts up again at about mile marker 59. I suggest avoiding this initial section of trail for biking, instead walk the first half mile leisurely enjoying the river and the bridge. Then, heading south, the trail crosses some neighborhood roads and goes past the beautiful Kanza Park. Take a small detour and enjoy riding the lovely trail circumscribing this park. Then get back on the trail, and soon you will be at the designated Ottawa trailhead at mile 61.5. Then in about a half mile, you will ride under I-35 highway after crossing two highway ramps. The true green nature trail starts south of I-35 (mile marker 62) and continues on to Princeton. The trail through Ottawa is paved with concrete, and the rest is hard-packed fine gravel. The trail is beautiful with varying scenery including prairie, riparian areas, farm lands. The trail is well maintained and easy to ride, though a few of the rural gravel road crossings are bumpy. Birds and ground animals a common sight on the trail. There are some informative signboards at rest benches along the way. As mentioned before, the trail continues on south for another 42 miles. Note that the mile markers appear to be old rail road mile markers and are not necessarily trail distance measured from the starting point. If I rode this trail again, I would start from Princeton Trailhead and ride north to mile marker 62 (I-35), and skip the urban section in Ottawa. Of course, the trail going south from Princeton appears to be equally beautiful, though I have not ridden the whole trail.See more..
5.0Clear Creek Trail(1 review) - Versatile and Beautiful Trail Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Hiking Trails
Clear Creek Trail in Shawnee is a beautiful trail great for walking or biking. The approximately three and a half mile trail starts at Route 7 and runs east to meet up with Gary Haller Trail. It is concrete paved all the way. The west section running next to Clear Creek is s especially beautiful providing beautiful views of the creek. Birds abound on this section of the trail. Also the trail runs through the lovely Gamblin Park. The only drawback is that there is a short break in the trail on residential neighborhood road and one has to cross Woodland Drive, a pretty busy road. Clear Creek Trail is a fully enjoyable trail suitable for all skill levels.See more..
5.0Coffee Creek Trail(1 review) - Beautiful and enjoyable trail Biking Trails
Coffee Creek trail is one of the most enjoyable bike trails in Olathe area. Though relatively short at a little over three miles, it can be combined with the trail in Heritage Park for a total ride of more than 10 miles round trip. The trail in Heritage park is equally nice, especially the part that goes around the lake. Coffee Creek trail is relatively new and very well designed. The wide concrete paved trail provides for a smooth ride and the snaking path provides beautiful views in front while riding. There are several nicely built bridge crossings the creek with smooth transition from trail to the bridge. Mile markers are posted every half-mile, so it is easy to keep track of mileage traversed. A section of the trail (closer to Switzer Road) is right next to house backyards, and some people let their dogs out in the yards with no leash, so just be watchful. A cloudy day would be perfect to ride since there is not much shade though the trail traverses through farm land and next to Coffee Creek. But go all means when you get a chance.See more..
