Vulcan Trail – Vulcan Statue loop from Wildwood North Shopping Center

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Vulcan Trail – Vulcan Statue loop from Wildwood North Shopping Center

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(8655)

8,656

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Vulcan Trail – Vulcan Statue loop from Wildwood North Shopping Center

01:49

17.3km

190m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.46 km for 81 m

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After 3.77 km for 117 m

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After 4.24 km for 66 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.58 km

Baba Java Homewood

Highlight • Cafe

Baba Java Homewood is a great place for a break during your ride. The coffee shop has outdoor seating and a wide selection of drinks and food.

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6.10 km

Vulcan Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Vulcan Trail is a paved path, a couple miles long, that offers views of the Birmingham skyline from the south. The trail is frequented by walkers, runners, and cyclists, …

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8.79 km

Overlook from the Vulcan Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is a really great view of the Birmingham skyline right off the side of the trail here. There are a handful of clearings in the trees (mainly for power lines) along the path that offer views similar to this.

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9.34 km

Vulcan Statue

Highlight • Monument

Overlooking the city of Birmingham, Vulcan is the world's largest cast iron statue standing 56 feet tall. The statue was created by Italian artist Giuseppe Moretti in 1904.

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