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Railroad Park – Railroad Park loop from Birmingham

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Railroad Park – Railroad Park loop from Birmingham

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Railroad Park – Railroad Park loop from Birmingham

02:07

20.4km

110m

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 1, 2026

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After 1.91 km for 110 m

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After 2.57 km for 96 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.82 km

Railroad Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Railroad Park is a lovely green space in the heart of the city. Spanning eight blocks, it includes a beautiful pond, an outdoor gym, picnic tables, and a walking trail with picturesque views of the Birmingham skyline. There is also a variety of fantastic food trucks, perfect for a stop after a long ride.

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5.18 km

Railroad Park

Highlight • Rest Area

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14.7 km

Avondale Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Avondale Park, situated next to the Avondale Library, is a small oasis in downtown Birmingham. It features a beautiful outdoor amphitheater, duck pond, walking trail and tennis courts. It's an ideal location to enjoy a quiet lunch after a ride or go for a short walk around the pond to stretch your legs.

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18.4 km

Rotary Trail of the Magic City Sign

Highlight • Monument

This large iron sign denotes the beginning of Birmingham's beloved Rotary Trail. The creation of the Rotary Trail transformed a vacant railway right-of-way into a paved four-block walking and biking path with water features and landscaping, along with beautiful views of the city's skyline.

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20.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

5.25 km

2.63 km

268 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.26 km

7.06 km

6.06 km

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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