STLRC – Upcoming Rides and Events

Participation in STLRC Rides & Hikes is at your own risk. STLRC assumes no liability.

Directions have been double checked with Joe Kruchowski.  See you Tuesday, March 18.

Starting Location:  Metro East Park and Recreation District Office, 104 United Dr., Collinsville, IL 62234

Meeting time:  9:15 am

Time of Departure: 9:30 am

Starting Location:  Metro East Park and Recreation District Office.  104 United Drive, Collinsville, Il.  62234

Meeting Time:  9:15 am

Time of Departure:  9:30 am

Description:  Ride the MCT trails from Collinsville to O’Fallon and back.  Bakery stop or  great sandwiches at Bike Surgeon  in O’Fallon.  Or if you prefer, eating options back at return of ride   Rides is approximately 32 miles, mostly flat.  All trails except a few blocks on roads in O’Fallon and a few subdivision streets before O’Fallon.  This route was selected for a windy day.  We are protected most of the route.  Leisurely pace of 10-12 mph but you’re welcome to go faster if you want.  It’s an easy route.  Bring a cue sheet if you don’t intend to stay with the group.  It’s an easy route to follow.

Directions from St. Louis:  Be advised that there is a highway closure on I-255 until July, 2025.  Do not go via the Jefferson Barracks Bridge  unless you want to detour.  The interstate is closed in both directions from Exit 13 Hwy 157 and Hwy 15 (Exit 17)  through June, 2025.  The closure is  south of hwy 40 (64)so use  the Musial or Poplar Street Bridges.  If you go over Poplar Street Bridge Hwy 40 (64) takes you to 255 north.  Use your GPS to get to the location start.

Directions:

• From I-255 (in Illinois), take the Horseshoe Lake Road exit (exit #26)
• East on Horseshoe Lake Road for .6 miles.
• Turn right on Freedom, Drive, and then turn left, at the tee on United Dr. (unmarked)  to the Metro East Park and Recreation parking lot, directly behind Culvers Restaurant.
• From I-70 east, exit at Il Route 157 exit #11- Collinsville.
• North on Rt. 157 for .5 miles.
• Left on United Drive the road just before Culvers
• Right into Metro East Park and Recreation parking lot.

Cue Sheet:  Collinsville to O’Fallon

Restrooms are available  behind MEPRD office.  Porta Potty at O’Fallon trailhead. Restrooms at Bike Surgeon.

Leader:  Faye Holdenried  636-399-4604