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Alex
January 7, 2025
Cycling
Alum Creek streches 58 miles until it drains into the Scioto River. The creek porvides drinking water source for Westerville, and historicly 2,000 years ago, the Adena built mounds along its valley, later inhabited by the Lenape tribe. During the War of 1812, locals built defensive blockhouses, such as Fort Cheshire, a vital role in the Underground Railroad, with the Sycamore Trail aiding escaped slaves. Today, Alum Creek flows through Alum Creek Lake, Westerville, and Columbus before joining Big Walnut Creek at Three Creeks Metro Park.
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5.0
(3)
13
riders
57.5km
03:16
160m
160m
Cycle the Alum Creek and Olentangy Trail Loop, a 35.7-mile paved route offering scenic river views and urban nature in Columbus.
Moderate
5.0
(5)
49
riders
50.7km
02:52
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Moderate
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(5)
41
riders
56.0km
03:13
140m
140m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Moderate
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Elevation 210 m
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