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Project Updates
What is being constructed?
There are three main phases to be completed:
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Improved trailhead at Weaver Park in Urbana​​ (fall 2026)
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Completion of the trail between St. Joseph and Ogden (fall 2026)
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Completion of the trail between Ogden and Oakwood (Fithian to Oakwood expected spring 2027; Ogden to Fithian TBD)​
What is the latest?
By Spring 2027, about 90% of the trail will be done.
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Trail construction is ongoing in Urbana, between St. Joseph and Ogden, and in Vermilion County. The Champaign County sections will be complete this fall, and Vermilion County's will be complete next year.
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​The trailhead pavilion at Weaver Park will open in July.​
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A pedestrian crosswalk that will connect the City of Urbana's Baker's Lane path to the Kickapoo Rail Trail across Main St in Urbana is nearing completion.
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All necessary tree removal is complete. We share people’s concerns over tree removal, but it was necessary to allow the trail base to be graded, which ensures the long-term sustainability of the trail.
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There will be an approximately 3-mile gap from Fithian to Ogden until funding can be obtained. We are fundraising (donate here) and plan to apply for an Illinois Department of Transportation grant this fall.
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There will be another gap at Glover Crossing just outside of St. Joseph until an at-grade crossing can be built.
How is this project funded?
In 2019, Illinois passed the Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan, which included $11.2 million for the KRT awarded by the State of Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). The Champaign Forest Preserves are administering the funds on behalf of the Urbana Park District and Vermilion County Conservation District.
Due to inflation between the application for funding and its disbursement, the section between Ogden and Fithian will be deferred until funding is available.
Want to stay in touch?
To inquire about the project, please email planning@ccfpd.org.
Completing the Trail
