MidAmerica Industrial Park Receives Grant to Launch Ridgeview Trails at MidAmerica
10/22/2025
New Trail System Will Enhance Quality of Life and Create a Regional Recreation Destination
Officials with MidAmerica Industrial Park and TSET Oklahoma held a ceremonial groundbreaking to begin construction of the Ridgeview Trails at MidAmerica, a new six-mile hiking and mountain biking system designed to enhance quality of life and attract outdoor recreation enthusiasts to Mayes County.
The project was made possible through a $100,000 Built Environment Grant from the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) and a $75,000 match from MidAmerica. The project is eligible for a second year of funding, which would bring the total investment to $275,000.
Located off Highway 412B in the Ridgeview area, the trail will span 240 acres with 250 feet of elevation gain, unique rock features and panoramic views of the Neosho River. Construction will be led by trail designer and builder Rory Peterson of Blazin Trails LLC, who has previously overseen development projects in Claremore and Turkey Mountain. The first four to five miles are expected to open to the public by spring 2026.
“This groundbreaking marks another step forward in our commitment to quality-of-life investments at MidAmerica,” said Director of Workforce Development at MidAmerica, Scott Fry. “As we plan for future residential development, the trail system will serve both residents and visitors, adding a new outdoor experience to the growing list of opportunities within the Park.”
The Ridgeview Trail is one of several projects funded through TSET’s Built Environment program, which supports infrastructure designed to encourage healthier communities.
“Through this grant, TSET supports infrastructure that makes healthy choices easier for all Oklahomans,” said Julie Bisbee, TSET executive director. “We are proud to support MidAmerica’s Ridgeview Trail initiative and excited about the long-term benefits it will bring to the region.” The Ridgeview Trail is also expected to draw outdoor enthusiasts traveling between Tulsa and Northwest Arkansas. With three Mayes County towns located within 10 miles, the trail will provide a new recreational destination that connects local communities and supports regional tourism.