On both sides of the river, where conditions allow, a dual trail will provide separation between cyclists and pedestrians/runners.  In areas where trail separation is not feasible, care will be taken to maintain a maximum width of 18-20' to provide a dual trail accommodating a 10' marked bicycle lane and an 8-10' pedestrian/running lane.  The asphalt bicycle trail will be 10' wide with a dashed center line stripe and a wider pedestrian trail will also have a total width of 10' and in many areas will provide two surfaces, limestone chat and asphalt, to appeal to a variety of runners and walkers.

All bridges will be widened to 20' whenever possible with clearly marked bike/pedestrian lanes to allow for safe and efficient trail use.  New lighting will provide improved dusk/nighttime/predawn illumination of the trails for maximum safety and security of all trail users.  Trees will be added in many areas for beauty and shade. Selected areas will also be landscaped with ornamental plants. The existing vegetation along the river will be enhanced by removing invasive plants and pruning some of the trees, expanding the trail users' view of the river and improving the condition of the existing native vegetation.

All types of information will be provided to trail users using a new system of signage. Signs consistent in appearance and located at regular intervals along the trail will give location, direction, mileage/kilometers and other park information such as the Arkansas River's habitat values and unusual species that can be spotted along the trail route.  Attractive new site furnishings such as benches, drinking fountains and litter receptacles will be provided to improve the trail users' experience, and safety barriers will be constructed in locations where the enhanced trail is in close proximity to traffic on Riverside Drive.

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