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Piasa Bird – Sam Vadalabene Trail loop from Grafton

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Piasa Bird – Sam Vadalabene Trail loop from Grafton

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Piasa Bird – Sam Vadalabene Trail loop from Grafton

02:34

45.4km

80m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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Parking

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22.7 km

Piasa Bird

Highlight • Monument

The Piasa Bird is a creature from Native American mythology that was painted on the cliffside above the Mississippi River. The original depiction of the Piasa Bird no longer exists, …

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Sam Vadalabene Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Sam Vadalabene Trail is a 20 mile paved trail from Grafton to Alton. The trail follows along the Mississippi and gives you great views of the river. The trail …

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45.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.5 km

626 m

154 m

130 m

Surfaces

26.7 km

18.3 km

317 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 24 May

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33 %

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Piasa Bird – Sam Vadalabene Trail loop from Grafton

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Sam Vadalabene Trail

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