Background
The Flint River Trail begins along the riverfront in downtown - at the Port of Burlington. This trail travels north through Riverside Park to the North Bottoms area nearly 4 miles. The trail is paved and grade separated from traffic.
When fully complete, the Flint River Trail will be approximately 18 miles in length and will extend from downtown Burlington to Big Hollow Recreation Area in Des Moines County. It will connect the Mississippi River Trail, downtown Burlington, the Port of Burlington, Riverside Park, Star's Cave Park and Preserve, Hickory Bend Recreation Area, Historic Zion School, and Big Hollow Recreation Area through the Flint River Valley. Within the City, the trail will be primarily separated from the roadways for safety and the enjoyment of the users.