Grant's Trail History Community Ride
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Saint Louis, Missouri
- Price $16.90
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Grant's Trail History Community Ride on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in St. Louis! This vibrant group bike tour will take you along the historic Grants Trail, part of the Gravois Greenway, where you'll discover the fascinating story behind this 6.2-mile stretch that was transformed from a disused Union Pacific Railroad line into a scenic multi-use trail. As part of the national rails-to-trails movement, Grants Trail represents the dedication of local advocates who fought tirelessly for its creation, even reaching the Supreme Court!
This engaging ride is a perfect opportunity to learn about the trail's rich history while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. After the ride, don’t miss the chance to relax and unwind with a refreshing craft beer from Perennial Artisan Ales at Perennial on the Trail. Come celebrate community, history, and the joy of biking in St. Louis—mark your calendars!
This engaging ride is a perfect opportunity to learn about the trail's rich history while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. After the ride, don’t miss the chance to relax and unwind with a refreshing craft beer from Perennial Artisan Ales at Perennial on the Trail. Come celebrate community, history, and the joy of biking in St. Louis—mark your calendars!
Organiser's Description
Meet us at Perennial on the Trail for a group bike tour of the history of Grants Trail. The trail is now part of the Gravois Greenway [https://greatriversgreenway.org/greenways/gravois-greenway-grants-trail-river-des-peres-greenway-to-holmes-leffingwell/].
In 1992, Trailnet purchased a 6.2 mile stretch of the Union Pacific Railroad, to convert it to a multi-use trail. This was part of a nation-wide rails-to-trails movement to convert disused railway lines into trails for biking and walking. Trailnet fought for the trail all the way to the Supreme Court!
Since then, Grants Trail has continued to expand, along with a growing network of similar trails, thanks to partnerships between Trailnet, Great Rivers Greenway, and St. Louis County.
Join us to learn more about the trails history!
After the ride, stick around to enjoy a craft beer from Perennial Artisan Ales at Perennial on the Trail.
In 1992, Trailnet purchased a 6.2 mile stretch of the Union Pacific Railroad, to convert it to a multi-use trail. This was part of a nation-wide rails-to-trails movement to convert disused railway lines into trails for biking and walking. Trailnet fought for the trail all the way to the Supreme Court!
Since then, Grants Trail has continued to expand, along with a growing network of similar trails, thanks to partnerships between Trailnet, Great Rivers Greenway, and St. Louis County.
Join us to learn more about the trails history!
After the ride, stick around to enjoy a craft beer from Perennial Artisan Ales at Perennial on the Trail.
Races
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Grant's Trail History Community Ride
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$16.90
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801 S Holmes Ave, Saint Louis, 63122, MO, United States
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