Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)
Jefferson County, AL
Out-and-back trail in Jefferson County, AL. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 7.8 mi (12.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 20 ft (6 m)
- Est. Time
- 40 min
- High point
- 640 ft (195 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)
How long is Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)?
Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail) is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) long. Most people take about 40 min. It climbs 20 ft (6 m) in total, up to a high point of 640 ft (195 m).
How hard is Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)?
Parking at the start. 21 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail) shaded?
Mostly shaded (90% under trees).
What can you do on Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)?
Best for Road & touring bike. Shared with bikes. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)?
Hooters, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Restaurant Depot, 0.5 mi (0.8 km).
Is this a good week for Shades Creek Greenway (Lakeshore Trail)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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