Florida Bicycle Month is in full swing, and we invite you to join us for a memorable cycling experience along the picturesque El Rio Trail. This event promises to be an exciting and educational journey through Boca Raton’s natural beauty and transportation infrastructure.
📅 Date: March 2, 2024
🕘 Time: 9 AM
📍 Starting Point: Yamato Scrub Natural Area, 701 Clint Moore Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33487
El Rio Trail
The El Rio Trail, stretching approximately 4.7 miles, is a vital component of Boca Raton’s multimodal transportation network. This scenic trail starts its journey from Congress Avenue at the northern Boca Raton city limits. As you pedal south, you’ll cross the Gulfstream Canal and enter the city of Delray Beach, ultimately concluding at Glades Road, situated just east of the Florida Atlantic University campus. In total, the El Rio Trail covers a distance of about 5 miles.
Your Guided Trek
Our Weekend Trail Trek will lead you on a journey southward, highlighting the unique features and stunning scenery that the El Rio Trail has to offer. From the Yamato Scrub Natural Area, we’ll set off on this adventure, making our way to Spanish River Blvd. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to appreciate the trail’s well-planned infrastructure and its contribution to creating a safe and enjoyable environment for cyclists and pedestrians.
Guest Riders
We are honored to have two experts guest riders joining us for this event:
– Uyen Dang: Uyen is an active transportation engineer with extensive experience. She serves on the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPA) Citizen Advisory Committee, representing the City of Boca Raton.
– Jesus Fuentes: Jesus, a Bike/Ped, Transit, & Multimodal Engineer and bike expert from EXP
Don’t Miss Out!
This Weekend Trail Trek is a unique opportunity to explore the El Rio Trail with knowledgeable experts and fellow cycling enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just looking for a leisurely ride, this event offers something for everyone.
Mark your calendars for March 2nd, 2024, at 9 AM, and meet us at the Yamato Scrub Natural Area. Let’s celebrate Florida Bicycle Month by discovering the beauty and significance of the El Rio Trail together. Don’t forget your helmets, water bottles, and, of course, your enthusiasm for a memorable cycling experience!
See you on the trail!
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