Blue River Glades Nature Trail

Missouri

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0.6 mi

Distance

270 ft

Gain

22 min

Time

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    Clear, high 77°F / low 77°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for mountain biking

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Trail character

Intermediate
Surface
Dirt

Why you'll love it

Part of Swope Park

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Blue River Glades Nature Trail

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Elevation & route

Distance
0.6 mi
Elevation gain
270 ft
Elevation loss
302 ft

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About this trail

Blue River Glades Nature Trail offers mountain bikers a quick intermediate ride through Swope Park's scenic landscape near Kansas City, Missouri. This 0.606-mile trail provides a manageable outing for riders looking to enjoy nature without committing to a lengthy ride. The trail's position within Swope Park's extensive trail network makes it an excellent option for warm-up laps or combining with other nearby routes.

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Managing agency
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