New Trail Connection Coming to Iola
At the southern end of the Prairie Spirit Trail, Iola is adding a new trail link to connect the Southwind Rail Trail to the new Lehigh Portland Trails.
Iola Adopts Complete Streets Policy
On Monday evening, the Iola City Council passed a Complete Streets Policy, becoming the first Prairie Spirit Trail community to do so
Bicycling Family on the Prairie Spirit Trail
The Prairie Spirit Trail recently hosted the Bicycling Family, a family of four on a one-year 7000-mile bicycle tour from Quebec to the Panama Canal.
2015 Trail Town Challenge Champion: Iola
Iola earned top honors in the 2015 Trail Town Challenge, besting Garnett, Ottawa, and the other communities along the Prairie Spirit Trail.
Beware Loose Rock at Cofachique Park Trailhead
Heads up: The City of Iola is resurfacing the paved parking lot at Cofachique Park, and the loose rock can be a hazard for bicycle traffic.
New Prairie Spirit Trail Archway Dedicated in Iola
In addition to the new wayfinding signage recently installed in Iola, the city also has a new decorative archway over the Prairie Spirit Trail where it crossed US-54 highway.
New Prairie Spirit Trail Signs in Iola
Iola has recently added new signs along the Prairie Spirit Trail. The new signs provide visitors with information to help find services, amenities, and major landmarks.
Southwind Rail Trail 2nd Anniversary Celebration June 5-6 in Iola
Join the 2nd Anniversary Celebration with a group ride on the Prairie Spirit Trail and the Southwind Rail Trail.
Southwind Rail Trail Dedication
From The Kansas Trail News There will be an official opening of the new 6.5-mile Southwind Rail Trail (southern extension of Prairie Spirit, from Iola to Humboldt) on Saturday, June 8th, 2:00 p.m. at the north of the Riverside Park … Read More
Prairie Spirit Rail Trail State Park Open House
Prairie Spirit Rail Trail State Park will be having an Open House on March 9th, 2013 from 8 am to 12 noon in the City of Iola at the Riverside Park Community Building (600 South State Street). Thrive Allen County‘s … Read More