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Alex George Lake – Alex George Wetland loop from

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Alex George Lake – Alex George Wetland loop from

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Alex George Lake – Alex George Wetland loop from

02:24

42.4km

260m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 1, 2026

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Bus stop

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23.9 km

Blue River Parkway Trails – Blue Ridge Boulevard Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

There is a map kiosk near the parking lot which has a detailed map of the trail system. There are some additional connecting trails on this map which may not be online, so take a picture!

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25.0 km

Blue River Parkway Trails – River Trailhead

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The Blue River flows northeast into the Missouri between Kansas City and Independence. This was the first major river crossing for westward travelers following the Oregon Trail and Santa Fe Trail.

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27.6 km

Minor Park

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The Minor Park Trailhead is a great access point for trails along Blue River. The park, which used to be a private farm, has tennis courts, picnic tables, and river …

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29.8 km

Alex George Lake

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful wetland area that you pass as you make your way along the Blue River Greenway Trail. This area used to be a fishing lake, but as the water level …

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29.9 km

Alex George Wetland

Highlight • Natural

Formerly was a fishing lake in Minor Park but has been converted to a wetland in recent years as silt from the nearby creek has gradually reduced the water level.

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39.5 km

South Oak Park

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South Oak Park is a popular spot along the Trolley Track Trail. There are restrooms, a playground and picnic areas, so it is a great place for a break while out on a long ride.

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42.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.6 km

11.8 km

8.85 km

5.09 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.3 km

16.4 km

4.23 km

819 m

634 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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Alex George Lake – Alex George Wetland loop from

Blue River Parkway Trails – Blue Ridge Boulevard Trailhead

Blue River Parkway Trails – River Trailhead

Minor Park

Alex George Lake

Alex George Wetland

South Oak Park

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