25 Jun Circuit of the City, A Guided Bike Ride
Enjoy a guided bike ride in Las Cruces connecting the town of Mesilla, with the Rio Grande, Plaza de Las Cruces, and the historic Alameda Depot and Mesquite Districts. This easy ride will include frequent stops to showcase the natural, historic, and design elements that are important in the design of outdoor recreation bicycle facilities. The route will traverse much of the La Llorona and Outfall Channel multi-use trails as well as several urban streets.
Riders have a choice of enjoying a 6 mile loop, joining a guide to turn around at the town of Mesilla, or taking a longer trip to continue over the Rio Grande to complete a full 18 mile loop.
Total Trip Time: 2 hours
Meeting Times: Wednesday Sept. 25 at 12 PM
Where to Meet: Las Cruces Convention Center
Tour Leader: George Pearson, LCI
Actual Tour Time: 2 hours
- Bikes and helmets will be provided
Terrain: flat – total elevation change of 146 feet
What to Bring: Water, sun-screen, sunglasses
Group Limit: 10
Age Limit: Must be able to safely handle a bicycle on roads and trails and stay with a slow-moving group.
Difficulty Level: easy for the 6 mile loop to Mesilla and moderate for the full ride of 18 miles
Special Directions, Safety Restrictions, etc.: All participants will be required to wear a helmet and to sign a waiver.