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Little Blue Trace Trail – Little Blue Trail Park loop from Independence

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Little Blue Trace Trail – Little Blue Trail Park loop from Independence

Moderate

2.5

(23)

50

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Little Blue Trace Trail – Little Blue Trail Park loop from Independence

04:05

86.2km

520m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 17.6 km for 54 m

After 84.6 km for 63 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

16.0 km

Little Blue Trace Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Little Blue Trace Trail is a 15.5 mile multiuse trail. The path follows the Little Blue River for a large portion of the trail. There are several shelters and picnic tables along the routes.

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2

19.4 km

Little Blue Trail Park

Highlight • Trail

Little Blue Trail Park is one of several trail heads for the Little Blue Trace Trail. There is parking and some picnic areas, so it is a great place for a break or to finish your outing on the trail.

Tip by

3

20.1 km

Little Blue River Railroad Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Railroad bridge built in 1900 that runs over the LIttle Blue Trace Trail and the river.

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4

84.7 km

Historic Truman Courthouse & Start of Oregon Trail

Highlight • Historical Site

The Historic Truman Courthouse – also known as the Jackson County Courthouse – in Independence is said to be the official starting point of the historic Oregon Trail. Through much …

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B

86.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.6 km

28.6 km

11.1 km

3.01 km

640 m

419 m

Surfaces

58.9 km

26.2 km

760 m

483 m

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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