Trail Trek 2025 Routes
All routes leave from Lincoln East High School in 2025. Starting at East High School will allow us to get further east on the MoPac trail this year. But this means we will be riding in a neighborhood next to the school for about half a mile to get to the trails.
9 Mile Trek - 10:30 a.m. Start Time - Join us for a special cycling adventure tailored for our younger riders! Departing from Lincoln East High School, our shortest route will lead us to Peter Pan Park, where a delightful playground awaits. The return journey follows the same path, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.
Upon returning, the excitement doesn't end! Young riders can look forward to engaging activities such as face painting, balloon animals, and the chance to win fun prizes including a bike drawing just for the kids. This ride promises a day filled with joy, adventure, and memorable experiences for our enthusiastic young cyclists.
16 Mile Trek - 10:00 a.m. Start Time - We invite you to join us for a 16-mile community bike ride event that promises to be both enjoyable and scenic. The route will take you on a journey from Lincoln East High School, heading west on the MoPac Trail. The ride turns off the MoPac Trail to continue on Billy Wolff Trail heading northwest until it connects to the Salt Creek Levee Trail and loops around to pass under the N Antelope Valley Parkway. The route continues southwest on the Salt Creek Levee Trail until they turn right to cross the bridge toward the northwest crossing the Salt Creek toward Highway 6. Riders will cross the highway at the light and then turn north on the road into Oak Lake Park for a rest stop at the Oak Lake Park shelter. Once you are hydrated you'll take the same route back to Lincoln East HS.
In addition to the ride, there will be a bike drawing thanks to Cycle Works, Trek of Lincoln and Speedy Pete's. We'll have fun games for kids, and special prizes for participants. And because we are at Lincoln East HS we will have our lunch provided by Hy-Vee and Pepsi inside out of the heat. It's a great opportunity to enjoy a day outdoors, stay active, and connect with fellow community members.
23 Mile Trek -Eagle - 9:15 a.m. Start Time - Join us on a thrilling 23-mile cycling adventure from Lincoln East High School to Eagle, NE. Once you hit the MoPac Trail you will head east passing through the 84th Street MoPac Trailhead where the restroom will be open for you. You will continue on the MoPac heading East until they reach the Eagle City Park. At the park you will have an opportunity to listen to the sounds of Cole Wiota while refueling. Once rested the group will take the same route back to Sycamore Drive and return to Lincoln East High School along the neighborhood streets.
Lunch will be provided by Hy-Vee and Pepsi will be served in the school cafeteria, making it a perfect way to conclude your cycling journey. While eating lunch we will be giving away drawing prizes which include two adult bikes, one being an e-bike. We will also do a drawing for a kids bike. We appreciate our bike shops supporting this event: Cycle Works, Trek of Lincoln and Speedy Pete's. Get ready for a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and beautiful sights along the way!
32 Mile Trek - 8:30 a.m. Start Time - Heading out from Lincoln East High School you'll head west from Sycamore Drive along the Mopac Trail. Riders will proceed west on the Mopac Trail until turning off on to the Billy Wolff Trail heading northwest until it connects to the Salt Creek Levee Trail and loops around to pass under the N Antelope Valley Parkway. You will turn right to follow the Salt Creek Levee Trail southeast. Riders will cross highway 6 at the light and then turn north on the road into Oak Lake Park for the first rest stop. While at the park you will enjoy the music of Chris Sayre. Once you are fed and hydrated you'll continue south on Salt Creek Levee Trail until it reaches Park Boulevard, where you turn west across the old Van Dorn bridge to the Bison trail, then heading north along the Bison Trail. You will then follow the Bison Trail west to Pioneers Park. Carefully cross S Coddington Avenue into Pioneers Park and continue along the trail through the park following the signs until you reach the Natures Center. Once rested you will take the same route back to Lincoln East HS.
Upon returning to Lincoln East HS, participants will be treated to a delicious lunch provided by Hy-Vee and Pepsi. Additionally, there will be an exciting opportunity to win one of three bikes generously donated by Cycle Works, Trek of Lincoln, and Speedy Pete's. Join us for a day of exploration, camaraderie, and fun on Lincoln's scenic trails!
40 Mile Trek - 6:45 a.m. start time - This is the Elmwood route. Leaving from Lincoln East HS riders will go east from Sycamore Drive along the Mopac Trail. You will follow the trail to the 84th Street MoPac Trailhead (restrooms available), and from there continue on the MoPac East until you reach the Eagle City Park. Once rested you'll continue from Eagle City Park east on the trail to Elmwood. At the Elmwood City Park riders will enjoy food, before following the same route back to Sycamore Drive and returning to Lincoln East High School along the neighborhood streets.
Upon returning to Lincoln East HS, participants will be treated to a delicious lunch provided by Hy-Vee and Pepsi. Additionally, there will be an exciting opportunity to win one of three bikes generously donated by Cycle Works, Trek of Lincoln, and Speedy Pete's. Join us for a day of exploration, camaraderie, and fun on Lincoln's scenic trails!
48 Mile Trek to Wabash, NE - 6:30 a.m. Start Time - This is our longest route taking you all the way to Wabash, NE. Leaving from Lincoln East HS riders will go east from Sycamore Drive along the Mopac Trail. You will follow the trail to the 84th Street MoPac Trailhead (restrooms available), and from there continue on the MoPac East until you reach the Eagle City Park. Once rested you'll continue from Eagle City Park east on the trail to Elmwood. At the Elmwood City Park riders will enjoy breakfast pizza on the way so don't forget to stop in. Next you are on to your turnaround at Wabash and then you'll take the same route back to Lincoln East HS.
Upon returning to Lincoln East HS, participants will be treated to a delicious lunch provided by Hy-Vee and Pepsi. Additionally, there will be an exciting opportunity to win one of three bikes generously donated by Cycle Works, Trek of Lincoln, and Speedy Pete's. Join us for a day of exploration, camaraderie, and fun on Lincoln's scenic trails!
RIDE FROM HOME - YOU CHOOSE THE ROUTE
Ride from home and come have lunch with us. You'll still receive a t-shirt and a free promotional item with your registration. Lunch will be served from 11:00 to 1:00. Experience the fun of Trail Trek, but create your own route with the miles you choose. We like to call this FREEDOM!
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