Trails KC!
Trails have played an integral role in the history of Kansas City, Missouri. From the Lewis and Clark expedition along the Missouri River to the convergence of the historic Santa Fe, Oregon and California Trails in Kansas City, trails have influenced the development of our city.
Today, Trails are recognized locally and throughout the nation as effective tools that help shape communities and create the quality of life that attracts and retains residents and businesses.
Trails are more than a mere amenity or popular trend; they help shape and sustain strong, vibrant communities, providing a resource for current residents and for future generations.
Community Benefits
Trails offer a wide-range of benefits for communities, including Transportation, Economic and Community Development, Recreation, Health and Physical Activity, Corridor Conservation for Multiple Uses, and Improved Community Image and Quality of Life.
KC Trail System Hierarchy
Citywide Trails - public, shared-use trails that serve as primary or regional On-Street Connectors; Equestrian Trails; Neighborhood Connector Trails; Bike KC! Routes.
Related Websites
http://kcmotrails.com/
http://www.marc.org/metrogreen/
http://mobikefed.org/motrails.php#kc
Kansas City Area
Earthriders list of Missouri and Kansas mountain biking trails
Maps and information about the Kansas City metro-area MetroGreen Trails: Includes existing and planned multi-use trails throughout the metro area.
Maps of Kansas City-area bike trails
Maps of trails in Jackson County (Missouri side of the KC metro area)
Maps of trails and on-road bicycle facilities in Johnson County (Kansas side of the KC metro area)
Smithville Lake single-track biking/hiking trails (Kansas City area).
Northland Trails Vision Plan: Planned multi-use trails throughout Clay and Platte counties. Right now most of these are still in the planning stage; a few are under constructions and a few more are already on the ground.
