Whether you’re looking for a long bike trip or a scenicwalking route, these trail loops link several points ofinterest, each of varying lengths and scenery. Feeling

adventurous? Create a loop of your own!

Cedar Valley Nature TrailThe 52-mile Cedar Valley Nature Trail connectsWaterloo/Cedar Falls with Cedar Rapids and manytowns in between. Surfaced with asphalt fromEvansdale to McFarlane Park east of La Porte Cityand then compacted limestone, the trail follows thefloodplain of the Cedar River. A campground islocated along the trail at McFarlane Park. Motorizedvehicles and horses are not allowed on the trail. Formore information call the Black Hawk CountyConservation Board at (319) 433-PARK(7275).

American Discovery TrailNationwide, the 6,800 mile American Discovery Trail(ADT) begins at Cape Henlopen State Park on the Delawareseashore and ends at Point Reyes National Seashore inCalifornia, and ranges from foot paths in the Rockies topaved bike trails and rural roads in Iowa. In Black HawkCounty, the ADT, marked by local and county park officials,uses a number of hard-surfaced trails, including the CedarValley Nature Trail, Cedar Valley Lakes Trail, SouthRiverside Trail, Cedar Prairie Trail, and theSergeant Road Trail. The northernmost point ofthe ADT is located in George Wyth State Park.

Cedar Trails Partnership The Cedar Trails Partnership is a nonprofit,all volunteer organization that advocates forthe Cedar Valley’s extensive hard surfaced,soft, and water trails. Cedar Trail PatrolAmbassadors, volunteers trained inrudimentary first aid and bike repairs,provide assistance on the trails throughoutthe year. The Partnership’s Cedar TrailsFestival is a multi-day celebration heldduring the second full weekend in August toshowcase the trails and raise funds for theircontinued improvement. Call (319) 268-4266 or (800) 845-1955 or visitwww.cedartrailspartnership.orgfor more information.

Trail Emergency Access System

Trail Emergency Access System (TEAS) signsare mounted on benches, sign posts, restrooms,and shelters within close proximity to the trails.Each sign contains a simple ID code (such as“06 J 44”) indicating to Public Safety Officialsthe location of a 911 call. If you are in need ofemergency assistance while on the trails, pleasecall 911 and be prepared to relay the nearestTEAS ID code.

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Downtown Waterloohas been recognized as an IowaCultural District and offers activitiesfor all ages. Attractions on both sidesof the Cedar River, from museums andfamily activities to outdoor recreation,the river walk, and nightlife are all tiedtogether by the city’s RiverfrontRenaissance.

Trail Guide SponsorsIowa Northland Regional Council of Governments

www.inrcog.org

Cedar Trails Partnership, (800) 845-1955www.cedartrailspartnership.org

Cedar Valley Association for Soft Trails217 Washington St., Cedar Falls

www.cvast.org

Cedar Valley Bicycle Collective219 W. 4th St., Waterloocvbikecollective.org

Cedar Valley CyclistsP.O. Box 2463, Waterloowww.ridecvc.org

OutfittersCrawdaddy Outdoors

207 E. Bremer Ave., Waverly, (319) 352-9129www.crawdaddyoutdoors.com

SCHEELS402 Viking Plaza Dr., Cedar Falls, (319) 277-3033

www.scheels.com

Bike ShopsBike Tech

217 Washington St., Cedar Falls, (319) 266-5979www.biketechcf.com

Europa Cycle & Ski4302 University Ave., Cedar Falls, (319) 277-0734

www.europacycle.com

Waterloo Bicycle Works316 W. 3rd St., Waterloo, (319) 830-5631www.facebook.com/WaterlooBicycleWorks

Running StoresThe Runner's Flat

120 Main St., Cedar Falls, (319) 277-1154 www.therunnersflat.com

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Prairie PathwaysThe Prairie Pathways projectprovides trail users the ability tolearn about the history of theCedar Valley. Dozens of panelsand kiosks are located along thetrail system, each depicting thearea’s natural and human historywith pictures and stories. Thereare also trail maps located onthe kiosks and onsome of thepanels to assisttrail users infinding their way.

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Wayfinding SignsOver 140 wayfinding signs arelocated throughout the CedarValley Trails network. Majordestinations included on thesigns are downtown Waterlooand Cedar Falls, the Universityof Northern Iowa, and GeorgeWyth State Park. More localizeddestinations are included onsigns as trail users near thoselocations. The signs includemileage and travel time, at 10mph, to each destination.

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Rules of the TrailWe encourage everyone to safely enjoy thebenefits of our trail system. Whether you’rewalking, biking or in-line skating, please:

Observe all posted signsUse your head, wear a helmet

Go with the flow-stay to the rightStay clear of the trail when stopped

Signal turns or stopsAnnounce when passing

Show respect for adjacent propertyAll dogs must be leashed

Big Woods Loop 8.3 miles

Big Woods Trail | Lone Tree Road Trail | Cedar Valley Lakes TrailMoments from downtown Cedar Falls, this loop travels around Big WoodsLake and to Black Hawk Park. Visit the Cedar Falls Rotary Club’s prairierestoration and cycle along open spaces andresidential areas, the forested bank of theCedar River, Cottage Row’s homes, andIsland Park on your return to downtownCedar Falls.

Prairie Lakes Loop 10.2 miles

Prairie Lakes Trail | Cedar Prairie TrailTake a trip to Prairie Lakes Park and enjoy views of the lakes, nativeprairies, and associated wildlife. Stop by the Cedar Falls Tourism & Visitors

Bureau and pick up a souvenir! Then head toPfeiffer Park and continue your journeythrough Rownd Park and by sparkling DryRun Creek.

Cedar Prairie Loop 19.3 milesCedar Prairie Trail | Greenhill Trail | South Riverside Trail |

Sergeant Road TrailThis loop passes by fields, along rolling hills, residential areas, shoppingcenters, industrial areas, the Cedar Valley Soccer Complex, the KatoskiGreenbelt, and beside Black Hawk Creek.

Riverwalk Loop 3.2 miles218 Trail | Park Ave. Bike Lane |

Cedar Valley Lakes Trail | 18th StreetWelcome to downtown Waterloo! Whether it is a concert at the amphithe-ater, a splash in Mark’s Park, a stroll through the river plazas and over-

looks, a visit to many of the cultural venues, ora great meal at one of many locally ownedrestaurants, Waterloo’s downtownRiverfront Renaissance offers it all!

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Cedar River Loop 17 miles

South Riverside Trail | Cedar Valley Lakes TrailConnecting the downtown areas of Cedar Falls and Waterloo, this loopskirts Washington Park in Cedar Falls, the floodplain forests in George

Wyth State Park and Hartman Reserve, and runsthrough the industrial area in northwestWaterloo, while providing views of theCedar River.

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UNI Loop 2.6 miles

UNI Preserve Trail | Cedar Prairie TrailTravel along babbling brooks and prairie preserves before entering theUniversity of Northern Iowa campus. You’ll also pedal through RowndPark and past The Falls Aquatic Center. Taketime out to visit the College Hill art galleries,bookstores, coffee shops, and the HearstCenter for the Arts’ sculpture garden.

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is a nationally recognizedGreat American MainStreet and Iowa CulturalDistrict that includesshopping, dining,museums, and night life.It’s bicycle friendly, too,with lots of bike racks,trails, and on-roadcycling accommodations.

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