Tulare Santa Fe Trail:
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Description:

The Tulare Santa Fe Trail is located in the heart of the Central San Joaquin Valley, one of the most productive agriculture areas in the world. The trail extends east to west across the central portion of the town of Tulare, connecting residential areas at each end with the downtown commercial area. The Tulare Santa Fe occupies a wide corridor, with newly planted trees and landscaping, separate biking and equestrian components, trail lighting in the central business area, distance markings each mile, and multiple rest stops featuring benches and drinking fountains. The trail runs along a former spur line for the Southern Pacific and Burlington Northern/Santa Fe railroads, which once played a key role in transporting locally grown crops to markets across the country. The rail line ceased operations in 1989, and the trail was completed in 2004.
The trail can be accessed easily along its entire length. Virtually all of Tulare's schools are within half a mile of the trail, providing a ready corridor for safe student travel. Near mile 1, you'll come to Live Oak Park, the city's large, multi-use park, which lies adjacent to the trail on the northern side. This is also the site where the city's new library is slated to be built. The central portion of the trail passes directly through the downtown and redevelopment area. Enclosed on both sides with white picket fencing, the equestrian trail is particularly attractive. (This trail segment does not extend through the downtown area.)
Plans are under way to extend the rail-trail 7 miles north to the larger city of Visalia.
If you're new to the area and have some extra time, you might consider taking the 45 minute trip north from Tulare to Sequoia National Park, which straddles the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Sequoia Park is home to a special natural treasure: General Sherman, the biggest tree in the world.
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Parking & Trail Access:
To the northeast trailhead: Exit Hwy 99 at E. Prosperity Ave. Follow the road east for 1.6 miles. The trailhead is on the right. There is no parking here, but a shopping center 0.5 miles west on E. Prosperity has plenty of parking.
To the southwest trailhead: Exit Hwy 99 at E. Tulare Avenue (Hwy 137). Go west for 0.8 miles, turn left and follow M St. for two blocks. Turn right and follow W. Inyo Avenue for 2 miles. The trailhead is at the intersection of W. Inyo and W. Soults Dr. There is no parking at the trailhead, but you can look for parking in the neighborhood south of W. Soults Dr. This trail is wheelchair accessible.
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Santa Fe Trail West bound
By oc3ddie in August, 2011
Bike ride going West bound . Started on East end.
Parking at gas station on Mooney blvd and Prosperity is very good. Beware there is private parking posted to the South of gas station. Stock up on goodies at the gas station if needed.

Travel a 1/8 Mile East on Prospertity to Trail entrance. I was delighted to much shade and nice settings. The trees are mature and provide plenty of coverage. Plenty of watering fountains and benches to enjoy the views.

The Mooney blvd crossing off the trail does not provide any crosswalk assistance. Use proper crosswalks when available. The trail crosses a few residental streets but do provide crosswalk markings. On a bike take extra caution, some of the cross walk areas have blind spots. I did spot a few Tulare police around the trail areas so do follow all signals and signs that are posted. Also beware of pedastrians and horses on the trail.

The trail is in excellent condition and provides plenty of space for different activities. Numerous Parks are located with in minutes off the trail. There is also some bussinesses and fastfood minutes off the trail. Fun trail for all ages.. Great Job Tulare and the old Santa Fe.

Entire 4.8 mile Trail
By twirlymaker in June, 2009
This Excellent surfaced 4.8 mile trail, it is well equipped with drinking fountains. Near the east end of the trail, cross Hwy 63 on crosswalk 370 feet north of trail. No crosswalk/bike markings at West St, I used crosswalk, north, on Tulare Ave. There is a gap in the trail to cross RR Tracks, follow directions on sign at K St., go one block north to Cross Ave then west across RR tracks to the next St which is I St., unmarked, then south to trail. Fast food available on Cross Ave. Parking & restrooms at Transit Center ( N36.21147 W119.34673 ). This is the same Trail called “Corcoran to Tulare” Noel Keller 1 Jun 09
Tulare Santa Fe Trail
By twirlymaker in May, 2009
Very little shade on this 4.8 mile trail, it is well equipped with drinking fountains. Surface in fine condition. No crosswalk/bike markings at West St, so no right away, use crosswalk, north, on Tulare Ave. There is a gap in the trail to cross RR Tracks, follow directions on sign at K St., go one block north to Cross Ave then west across RR tracks to the next Street which is I St., unmarked, then south to trail. Fast food available on Cross Ave. Parking & restrooms at Transit Center ( N36.21147 W119.34673 ). Near the east end of the trail, cross Hwy 63 on crosswalk 370 feet north of trail. Noel Keller 2 May 09
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Trail Facts
Trail End Points: East Prosperity Avenue to Intersection of West Inyo Drive and Soults Drive
Counties: Kings, Tulare
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Trail Category: Rail-Trail
Trail Surfaces: Asphalt, Dirt
Trail Activities: Bike, Inline Skating, Wheelchair Accessible, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Walking
TrailLink ID: 6015161

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