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Cedar River Trail Loop

This is an easy to moderate level of riding connecting Cedar Falls and Waterloo.

This 17.1 mile paved loop connects Cedar Falls and Waterloo, passing Gateway Park, George Wyth State Park, Hartman Reserve, and Exchange Park before following the Cedar River into Waterloo. The route utilizes former rail grades and park connections, corssing the river at 4th Street and returning to Cedar Falls, and offers parking at mulitple trailheads. It can be extended via the Big Woods Trail Loop or the Cedar Valley Nature Trail.


Trailheads:

Gateway Park, Lincoln St & N Main St, Cedar Falls

Veterans Memorial Park, E 15th St, Cedar Falls

George Wyth State Park, 3659 Wyth Rd, Waterloo

In the Area

George Wyth State Park

Escape to George Wyth State Park, where scenic lakes, wooded trails, beaches, paddling, fishing, camping, and year-round outdoor recreation await just minutes from downtown Cedar Falls.

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Hampton Inn

Hampton Inn offers modern downtown accommodations with walkable access to restaurants, trails, breweries, shops and entertainment.

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The Black Hawk Hotel

The Black Hawk Hotel is a historic boutique hotel in downtown Cedar Falls offering unique accommodations, local character, and walkable access to shops, dining, and entertainment.

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Behrens-Rapp Filling Station & Visitor Information

This authentic 1925 filling station serves as an information center for visitors to the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Open May through October

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Cedar Valley Trails

The Cedar Valley Trails system features more than 130 miles of connected paved trails linking Cedar Falls with parks, riverfront areas, downtown districts, and surrounding communities.

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Downtown Cedar Falls

Walkable area with local shops, restaurants, breweries, entertainment, trails, and riverfront charm.

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Ice House Museum

This circular structure built in 1921 once housed a flourishing ice business and now displays ice harvest equipment and photos on ice farming operations.

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Gateway River Park

Gateway River Park offers river surfing, whitewater recreation, trails, fishing, and outdoor gathering spaces along the Cedar River.

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McDonald's - North Cedar Falls

McDonald's North serves burgers, fries, breakfast favorites, coffee, and quick meals with convenient eat-in and drive-thru service.

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Cup of Joe

Cup of Joe is a cozy coffee shop serving espresso drinks, coffee, pastries, and casual cafe favorites in a welcoming atmosphere.

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Bar Winslow

Bar Winslow is a cocktail bar known for craft drinks, stylish atmosphere, and relaxed nightlife.

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Cedar City Creamery

Cedar City Creamery serves ice cream, frozen treats, and sweet desserts in Cedar Falls.

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Bike Tech

Bike Tech is a locally owned bike shop in downtown Cedar Falls offering bicycle sales, repairs, rentals, gear, and trail expertise for riders of all levels.

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