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I rode the trail on Jul 27 from Nebraska City to Peru. I started at Lied Lodge, which is about 8 miles NW of the Arbor Station trailhead. It was a nice ride, those 8 miles across Nebraska City and out into the countryside. The trailhead is marked and easy to find. The first 6 miles or so of the trail are heavily wooded. Surface was fine, though there is more than a little forest debris to contend with. South of R Road the trail crosses planted fields to the town of Peru. Here the trail was more of a double track fire road than a crushed limestone trail, but I found it really enjoyable to ride. It was a very hot day so I didn't go past Peru. On the way back, I took gravel roads (mostly South 70th Road) and it was a real joyride. Hero gravel, fast and firm. Lots of climbing too. Nice vistas. I read some comments where people complained about the surface, but I found it enjoyable. You can ride the section I rode on a gravel bike with 40 mm tires, but after reading those reviews I opted for my Surly Grappler with 2.6" Vittoria Mezcals and they ate it up. I'm not disappointed with my choice. If you go, you'll have a lot more fun if you have realistic expectations. The trail doesn't get as much love as some do, but that's not necessarily a bad thing provided you are on the right kind of bike and looking for that kind of adventure. I give it 5 stars, because I had a really good time cycling here.
I’ve ridden a lot of trails so when planning my big tour across the country, I routed to the Cowboy Trail. To my great disappointment, the loose, unpacked gravel made it unrideable; I had to ride the highway that parelled it. Locals, all super nice folks, all laughed and said, “Everyone knows that is an awful bicycle surface!” I truly hope someone that understands what is needed to make this a wonderful trail fixes and makes the Cowboy Trail the trail it could be takes charge; go see the GAP or Katy trails!
We started at the north end and rode to Peru and found out the trail has been closed south of Peru for a few months because of a wildfire and standing burnt trees next to the trail. While it is only closed to honey creek the route around on county roads to get to Brownville adds quite a bit of climbing.
Discovered this comfortable place with great accommodations for two bike travelers. They offer a pullout sofa if you do not wish to share a bed. Indoor bike storage with a comfy bed and a hot shower! Distillery right next-door and two restaurants to fuel up in the morning to get back on the trail. Close to the panhandle of West Virginia. Their name is Harmony Trail Haven on Airbnb.
Knowing Chief Standing Bear trail is connected to the homestead trail and Jamaica trail to the north. It was a surprise to see the trailhead facilities were top notice, nice picnic area with tables, restrooms. The trails for a good portion are completely tree covered with the blue river running to the side and crossing the trail at times. Of course the towns you do come to have very limited stores or much to do. I was very impressed with the trail, it’s one I plan to ride many more times.
It’s a great trail, with scenic areas, with wide open areas too, it can be deserted at times. But it’s connected to the Jamaica Trail to the north, and standing Bear Trail to the south. So it’s a big long trail, make sure to bring water. There are convenient stores close by if needed.. cortland being one.
Drove up here from Denver for a three day weekend to ride 150 miles of this trail. Valentine to Woodlake and back was an excellent condition. I can happily report no goat head flats. Love that this trail happened. I'm a huge advocate of rails to trails. The peace and quiet is outstanding and the scenery off the highway is lovely.
8’ wide concrete trail over 6 miles long. Parking lots available along the trail with multiple picnic spots. Awesome trail for many uses close to the heart of Omaha!
Highly recommend this beautiful and well kept trail. Beautiful to ride along the trees and over the 2 epic ohiopyle bridges.
We left from Brownsville on our recumbent trikes. About 1/2 mile in, ran into a good wash out that we had to carry trikes across. This was not a surprise due to serious storms and rain a couple of days ago. There were a few smaller washout spots. At about 6,5 miles out, we ran into a bunch of trees that had been cleared off the trail. Thank you to all that are taking care of this trail. At about 7.5 miles we had to turn around due to a huge tree across the trail from our last storm. This was a great trail with great scenery. We definitely will be riding it more this year. Still need to check out the portion north of Peru also.
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