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Railroad Park – Railroad Park loop from Birmingham

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Railroad Park – Railroad Park loop from Birmingham

Moderate

3.2

(27)

runners

Railroad Park – Railroad Park loop from Birmingham

00:37

6.03km

20m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

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886 m

Railroad Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Railroad Park is a lovely green space in the heart of the city. Spanning eight blocks, it includes a beautiful pond, an outdoor gym, picnic tables, and a walking trail with picturesque views of the Birmingham skyline. There is also a variety of fantastic food trucks, perfect for a stop after a long ride.

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2.82 km

Jones Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Jones Valley Trail is a 2.5-mile segment of the greater Red Rock Trail System. This paved multi-use trail winds from Birmingham's Industrial Lakeview District to the lively neighborhood of Avondale. In some areas, the trail runs parallel to a railroad track that was once the city's lifeblood. Informational signs about the city's industrious history can be found along the trail.

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3.49 km

Rotary Trail of the Magic City Sign

Highlight • Monument

This large iron sign denotes the beginning of Birmingham's beloved Rotary Trail. The creation of the Rotary Trail transformed a vacant railway right-of-way into a paved four-block walking and biking path with water features and landscaping, along with beautiful views of the city's skyline.

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5.52 km