Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Grandview Heights

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Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Grandview Heights

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Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Grandview Heights

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44.9km

150m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 3, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1.92 km

Olentangy River

Highlight • River

The Olentangy River reaches 97 miles from Morrow County through Delaware County to Columbus, where it meets the Scioto at Confluence Park. Originally called "Keenhongsheconsepung," meaning "sharp tool river," settlers …

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6.08 km

Scioto River Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Easy access over the river on the way to the rail trail. You’re on roads for a bit with the cars but it’s marked for the bike route and not much traffic on them.

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23.3 km

Darby Creek

Highlight • River

This area has great views of the bridges over Little Darby Creek. The State and National Scenic Rivers of Big Darby Creek and Little Darby Creek meet in this area. There is a canoe/kayak launch available to the public.

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29.3 km

Camp Chase Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Camp Chase Trail is a 16-mile rail trail connecting Madison County to Columbus, Ohio, and forms part of the Ohio to Erie Trail and U.S. Bicycle Route 50. Starting …

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36.2 km

Wilson Road Park Pavilion and Water Fountain

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Wilson Road Park, a 47.5-acre regional park in the Hilltop community, offers an easy access point to the Camp Chase Trail and over 125 miles of regional trails, including the …

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44.9 km

End point

Parking

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