Swope Park Mountain Bike Trail – Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park loop from Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

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Swope Park Mountain Bike Trail – Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park loop from Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

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Swope Park Mountain Bike Trail – Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park loop from Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

02:38

39.0km

300m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 20.1 km for 64 m

After 36.2 km for 59 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.49 km

Trolley Track Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 6-mile crushed stone trail, a former trolley way, winds through numerous neighborhoods and passes by several parks. The trail has night lighting in limited areas, making it an option for a night ride.

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10.4 km

South Oak Park

Highlight • Rest Area

South Oak Park is a popular spot along the Trolley Track Trail. There are restrooms, a playground and picnic areas, so it is a great place for a break while out on a long ride.

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21.3 km

Swope Park Mountain Bike Trail

Highlight • MTB Park

Swope Park is the largest park in Kansas City, and is a popular place for mountain biking and hiking.

For those seeking additional thrills, the Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park is located at the park's center.
More information on the Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park:
goape.com/location/missouri-kansas-city

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25.9 km

Elephant Overlook, Swope Park Zoo

Highlight • Viewpoint

As the name suggests, from this point, you may catch a glimpse of the elephant area in Swope Park Zoo. Along this road, the sounds of various animals from the zoo create a wilderness-like atmosphere.

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35.0 km

William Volker Memorial Fountain

Lake

35.9 km

Kauffman Legacy Lake

Highlight • Lake

Home to the Kauffman Community Garden, this park features plenty of stunning flowers and plants. The lake also attracts a wide variety of wildlife that you'll most likely see along the way.

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36.7 km

Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park

Highlight • Monument

The Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park is a 22-acre sculpture park with 36 sculptures. The sculpture park is an exhibit on the campus of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

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