Spring Creek Trail Phase 1 Opens, Linking 30th Street to LaPrele Park

Phase 1 of the Spring Creek Trail now connects 30th Street to LaPrele Park, delivering new non-motorized pedestrian and bicycle access through a portion of Laramie’s growing trail network. The segment opened June 24, 2024 and included added parking and targeted safety improvements designed to make short trips and park visits easier for residents.

The City of Laramie Parks & Recreation office led the project as part of a broader parks, trails and open-space plan to expand active-transportation options and improve pedestrian safety across the city. Spring Creek Trail Phase 1 provides a paved corridor that links neighborhood streets to LaPrele Park, creating a more direct route for walkers, runners, cyclists and families who use local parks. Parking improvements at the new access points aim to reduce conflicts on surrounding streets and give park visitors a safer place to leave vehicles during daytime recreation.

Practical information for users is available through the City of Laramie Parks & Recreation pages, which provide maps, project timelines, details on parking and ADA access, and guidance on trail rules and permitted uses. The trail is intended for non-motorized uses; users should consult the city’s posted guidance for specifics on hours, permitted activities and accessibility features.

Phase 1 is the opening move in a longer-term plan to extend safe, paved connections to retail and neighborhood destinations. City planners have identified the 30th Street-Walmart corridor as a target for future extensions so that people can reach shopping and services by foot or bike, not solely by car. As additional phases are completed, the Spring Creek Trail will knit into Laramie’s existing pathways and open spaces to create more contiguous active-transportation routes.

Local impacts are immediate and practical. Short errands, school commutes and weekend outings that begin near 30th Street now have a safer, paved option to reach LaPrele Park. Improved parking and ADA-access information aim to make the new segment usable for a wider range of residents. Over time, planned extensions toward retail corridors should reduce short vehicle trips and increase options for residents who prefer walking or biking.

Expect continued construction as the city moves forward with subsequent phases and corridor connections. Check the City of Laramie Parks & Recreation pages for maps, project timelines, parking and ADA-access details and guidance on permitted uses to plan trips and track future openings.