The safety of all trail users is important to the Spirit Trails Coalition. Following the suggestions listed below will help every trail user get the most out of their Spirit Trail experience.

• Avoid running/walking/biking by yourself.

• Tell someone when you're going and when you expect to return.

• Bring a cell phone and ID.

• Carry a whistle and/or pepper spray.

• Avoid using headphones.

• Check the weather.

• Be aware of your surroundings and location.

• Choose appropriate clothing/footwear.

• Secure your vehicle.

• For emergencies dial 911 or *55 from a cell phone.

Guildlines

Etiquette

Additional bicycle routes are posted on Ride with GPS. They outline various ways to connect with the Rock Island Trail State Park which intersects the KATY Trail State Park by means of four paved routes using existing roads between the Warrensburg Amtrak Depot and Chilhowee, Holden and Medford, Leeton and Windsor.

Nationally the Spirit Trail serves as a section of United States Bicycle Route 51 (US BR51), traveling from New Orleans and Minneapolis.

Helmets Recommended

For your safety helmets use is recommended for all cyclists using the Trail.

Information

Connections

As a courtesy, please notify other users when you plan to pass them from behind. When bicycling, pass on the left. Additionally, when traveling in a group, move to the right when meeting oncoming users.