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NEW WALK-The newly opened RiverFront Parks are filled with art and activity, a truly urban oasis.
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Historic Downtown Omaha
Year Round Walk
SN: 124521 - 2024 / Y0093
From Mon, Jan 1st, 2024 to Dec 31st, 2024
Start box available: 24/7 Dawn to dusk
Physical start box and Online start box (OSB) option
Omaha, Nebraska
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
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Event comments
The RiverFront route leads through the Gene Leahy Mall with its performance, play and sports spaces; Heartland of America park with its view of the lake and the river and skate ribbon; and Lewis and Clark Landing, with the new Kiewit Luminarium, an interactive science museum for all ages. The northern part of that route includes a visit to the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, connecting Nebraska and Iowa. This route is rated 1A, with some small changes in elevation.The urban route that goes past the Omaha’s eclectic Old Market area (and great ice cream), Omaha’s City Hall and an art installation that spans several blocks, before heading back into the beating heart of the entertainment district and along the outside of the Gene Leahy Mall. This route is rated 2A, with one long hill leading away from the river.
Rating: 2A, Distance: 5(1A), 10km
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Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: Yes |
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Strollers: Easy |
Wheelchairs: Medium |
Event information
NEW TRAIL The RiverFront refers to the three parks that lead to the Missouri River, fully opened as of August 18, 2023. We’ve dedicated an entire 5 km route to exploring its amazing features. For the urban architecture lover, we’ve created a 5 km route that goes past the Omaha’s eclectic Old Market area (and great ice cream), Omaha’s City Hall and an art installation that spans several blocks, before heading back into the beating heart of the entertainment district. Metered street parking is available or check ParkOmaha.com for other options.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
OSB - First register for the event
The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.
This event also has a physical start box. These are the driving directions:
Landmark Center1299 Farnam StreetOmaha, NE 68102GPS Coordinates: 41.25751, -95.93278Ask for yellow "start box" folderFrom the east: I-480 from Council Bluffs, IA into NE. Use (Exit 4) Dodge St. to 10th St. Left on 10th St. to Farnam St. Right on Farnam to parking meters between S. 11th and 13th Streets.From south and west: I-480 northbound to (Exit 2A) Harney St. Right on Harney St. to S. 10th St. Left on S. 10th to Farnam St. Left on Farnam to parking meters between S. 11th and 13th Streets.
Maps phrase and directions link
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Landmark Center, Omaha |
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PLEASE do not mix and match between the two registration methods. It will confuse you and the club. Choose one, OSB or PSB, to complete the event.
Nebraska Wander Freunde Trailblazers (AVA-0016)
Event website: www.nebraskatrailblazers.com/
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