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Alex George Wetland – Alex George Lake loop from Avila University

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Alex George Wetland – Alex George Lake loop from Avila University

Hard

3.2

(18)

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Alex George Wetland – Alex George Lake loop from Avila University

02:31

31.4km

240m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 4.38 km for 2.01 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.41 km

Highline Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a popular mountain biking trail that is also accessible to hikers looking to explore the Blue River Trail System.

Hikers can spot the river through the trees near the south end, and rocky outcroppings make for interesting terrain.

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6.78 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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9.89 km

Saeger Woods Conservation Area

Highlight • Forest

A good place to see woodcock in the spring.

Just to the east is Jerry Smith Park, a restored prairie with some short hiking trails.

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14.6 km

River views

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice views of the Blue River from the aptly named River Trail. The trail winds through woodlands, so the views come and go, but this is a good spot for a break to enjoy the wonderful setting.

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18.2 km

Blue River Parkway Trails – River Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

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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21.3 km

Minor Park

Highlight • Rest Area

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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23.5 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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23.7 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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31.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.2 km

4.19 km

862 m

126 m

Surfaces

25.1 km

2.90 km

2.87 km

442 m

126 m

Elevation

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 10 July

31°C

22°C

69 %

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Alex George Wetland – Alex George Lake loop from Avila University

Highline Trail

Blue River Parkway Trails – Blue Ridge Boulevard Trailhead

Saeger Woods Conservation Area

River views

Blue River Parkway Trails – River Trailhead

Minor Park

Alex George Wetland

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