Eric & I returned to
Abita Springs to
ride our bikes.
Riding our bikes around Tropic Winds is the most we've ridden in months. I think Eric is dreading today. I get whiny when I have to hop a curb, ride in the road with traffic or if my bike ride gets achy.
Eric parks our Jeep in Abita
lot & we get ready to ride....
Our shortcut to the Tammany
Trace Rail Trail involves
some off roading.
Eric waits for me on
the bridge.
This house is lovely,
& interesting.
Two doors allow access
to the upper porch.
Mardi Gras Gorilla
parties on....
Eric stops to look at
one of the trail signs...
There are no motorized
vehicles allowed on the
trail. What's up?
Dave Golden is one of the
who greet visitors, patrol
& answers questions.
He recommends that we ride to the Caboose and hang out for a bit before starting our return ride.
Railroad beds make great
bike trails.
There are benches & trash
cans along the Trace.
There's access to a horse
trail here too.
The Caboose has an awning
& picnic tables.
This is really nice.
Behind the Caboose is the
for 2 - 5 year olds.
All the equipment here has been selected for youngest users. Eric and I watch toddlers confidently going form activity to activity. Parents and caregivers look on and encourage their exploration.
The Trace Bench outside
the restrooms.
Across the bike path is the
Tammany & a large pavilion.
Eric found this "Pine Hook"
during our return ride.
Swamps along the trail
I'm glad it's not mosquito
season.
I'm glad it's not mosquito
season.
A home lies in ruins.
Eric & I follow the
trail to the Abita
parking lot.
Eric checks his AllTrails App. We rode 11.5 miles today.
The white line on the bottom charts the trails elevation.
Let's celebrate with
some Abita beers at
the Tap Room.
the Tap Room.
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