Notice: The floods of September 13-15, 2008 caused considerable damage to Columbia's trails. View a slide presentation (PDF - 3.5 mg) with photos of the damage to the trails and the estimated cost to repair. Park staff has been working diligently to remove the trees down and repair the trails.
The Bear Creek Trail, Hinkson Creek Trail, and MKT Trail are the premier multi-use trails in Columbia. These 10-ft. wide trails with crushed limestone surfaces are good for walking, jogging, and biking. Trail hours for the Bear Creek Trail, Hinkson Creek Trail, and MKT Trail are 6:00am to 11:00pm. Below is a directory of the major trails in the park system, along with the neighborhood, community, and regional park trails. Click on the links below for more trail information. |
Trail Directory | |
| Trails Plan | ||
| GetAbout Columbia | ||
| Trail Surface | ||
| Park Patrol | ||
| Info for Adjacent Property Owners | ||
| Trail Rules & Regulations | ||
| Bicycle Helmet Ordinance | ||
| Columbia Bike Map |
The 2002 Facility Needs Update of the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan shows long range planning of a trail loop around the city of Columbia. Plans to acquire land to connect the Bear Creek Trail in the north and the MKT and Hinkson Creek Trails in the south are identified in the "2007 Trails Plan."
Click here to find out about the GetAbout Columbia program's efforts to improve our city's walking and biking infrastructure.
If you know of an area that needs improvement report your concerns online.
Which is the best surface for trail construction - gravel, asphalt, or concrete? Learn about the pros and cons of each type of trail surface in the "Choosing the Right Trail Surface" presentation. (PDF - 2.3mg)
Park Patrollers help keep City parks and trails clean, safe, and in good repair. Click here to learn more about the Park Patrol volunteer program.
Concerned about a proposed trail through your property? See "Trail Information for Property Owners" booklet.
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Effective May 10, 2003, the following City Ordinance regarding the use of bicycle helmets is in force.
Sec. 14-491. Definition.As used in this article, the word "cycle" shall mean any device upon which a
Sec. 14-509. Use of Helmets.
person may ride; propelled by human power, having two (2) or more wheels, excluding wheelchairs.(a) No person fifteen (15) years of age or younger shall ride a cycle within the city limits as an operator or passenger without properly wearing an approved bicycle helmet securely fastened by chin or neck strap.
(b) An approved bicycle helmet is headgear which meets or exceeds the impact standard for protective helmets set by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission federal safety standards.
(c) No parent, custodian, or legal guardian of a person fifteen (15) years of age or younger shall allow that person to ride or be a passenger on a cycle within the city limits as set out in this ordinance without wearing an approved bicycle helmet. This is an offense of absolute liability.
Sec. 14-509 510. Penalties.Any person sixteen (16) years of age or older who violates any provision of this act is guilty of an infraction and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of not less than five dollars ($5.00) nor more than twenty-five dollars ($25.00). Such an infraction does not constitute a crime, and conviction shall not give rise to any disability or legal disadvantage based on conviction of a criminal offense. If any person under sixteen (16) years of age violates any provision of this act in the presence of a peace officer possessing the duty and power of arrest for violation of the general criminal laws of the state or for violation of ordinances of counties or municipalities of the state, such officer may impound the cycle involved for a period not to exceed five (5) days upon issuance of a receipt to the child riding it or to its owner.
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