Large Animal Research Station – Georgeson Botanical Garden loop from Fairbanks

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Large Animal Research Station – Georgeson Botanical Garden loop from Fairbanks

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Large Animal Research Station – Georgeson Botanical Garden loop from Fairbanks

02:30

35.3km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.28 km for 53 m

After 30.9 km for 161 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.78 km

Start of Midnight Sun 10k course

Highlight • Trail

The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Patty Center serves as the start of the Midnight Sun Run, a fun 10k that encourages runners to wear costumes and spectators to cheer …

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7.81 km

Bicycle Bumps Trail

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

This is a summer-only trail, and one of the older bike trails in this area. As the name suggests, it's lots of bump-eriffic fun and you might just want to …

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9.80 km

Large Animal Research Station

Highlight • Structure

It's the mission of the R.G. White Large Animal Rsearch Station to support research, learning and outreach when it comes to Alaskan animals. The 130-acre (52 ha) site is home …

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18.6 km

Inner and Outer Loop trails (Happy Valley Trails)

Highlight • Trail

There are two main trail loops here: the Inner Loop and the Outer Loop, which are arranged just as their names imply. Both are fun, swooping single-track with enjoyable features …

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22.0 km

Sheep Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This starts out as a roadside run, then dives into the trees along Sheep Creek Road. If you'd like, you can use this route to connect the University of Alaska …

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27.4 km

Georgeson Botanical Garden

Highlight • Natural

At this point you're passing the University of Fairbanks Alaska Georgeson Botanical Garden to the north of the road. If you like plants, it's well worth a stop near the …

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28.2 km

Viewpoint

35.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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