Cedar Valley Nature Trail – Mehaffey Bridge loop from BAE Systems

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Cedar Valley Nature Trail – Mehaffey Bridge loop from BAE Systems

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Cedar Valley Nature Trail – Mehaffey Bridge loop from BAE Systems

04:33

76.6km

400m

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: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 53.4 km for 222 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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10.4 km

West Finger Lake

Highlight • Lake

West Finger Lake along the Cedar Valley Nature Trail showcases nature's beauty with its serene waters reflecting the surrounding landscape. Lined by lush greenery, the trail offers scenic views of …

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11.4 km

Viewpoint

11.9 km

Cedar Lake

Highlight • Lake

Cedar Lake is a distinctive body of water, bordered by the Union Pacific Rail Yard on one side and the interstate on the other. It remains hidden from view until …

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15.2 km

16th Avenue Bridge (Bridge of Lions)

Highlight • Bridge

This is a great place to cross the Cedar River. The 16th Avenue Bridge (Bridge of Lions) is a locally renowned bridge that is open to cars, bikes, and pedestrians. …

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17.7 km

Cedar Valley Nature Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Cedar Valley Nature Trail is a 52-mile trail from Cedar Rapids to Waterloo. The trail is paved and moves through a variety of scenery, including woodlands, grassland and along the Cedar River.

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29.4 km

Ely

Highlight • Settlement

Ely is a historic town in the Cedar Rapids metropolitan area. Settled in 1872, it was an important stop along the Burlington, Cedar Rapids and Northern Railway. There are still …

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39.0 km

Hoover Trail Greenway

Nature Reserve

48.4 km

Mehaffey Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The road crosses over the Iowa river here and gives you excellent views across the water.

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50.5 km

Iowa River Corridor Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Totaling just over 18 miles, the Iowa River Corridor Trail is an incredible way to explore or commute between Iowa City and North Liberty. There are multiple intersections with other …

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55.3 km

Liberty Centre Pond is a beautiful pond and lawn in North Liberty. There are no benches in the park, but you will normally find people relaxing on the grass around the pond. It is a popular location for bird watching.

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76.6 km

End point

Parking

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