Louisville Waterfront Park – Big Four Bridge loop from Louisville

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Louisville Waterfront Park – Big Four Bridge loop from Louisville

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Louisville Waterfront Park – Big Four Bridge loop from Louisville

01:39

6.50km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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228 m

Louisville Waterfront Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Waterfront Park is an 85 acre public park on the banks of the Ohio River. The green space sits on what was scrap yards and abandoned industrial buildings.

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1.81 km

The Big Four Bridge, originally completed in 1895 as a railroad bridge, now connects Louisville, Kentucky, and Jeffersonville, Indiana, for pedestrians and cyclists. After closing for rail use in the …

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2.74 km

Big Four Station Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Big Four Station Park covers ten acres at the base of the Big 4 Bridge. It is a picturesque spot with plenty of green space, restrooms, picnic tables, paved pathways, …

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5.26 km

Ohio River Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Clark Memorial Bridge—also known as the Second Street Bridge—opened in October 1929 and connects Louisville with Jeffersonville, IN. There are pedestrian walkways on either side of the bridge.

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5.83 km

Whiskey Alley

Highlight • Structure

6.16 km

Fountain

Highlight • Rest Area

Situated along the Louisville Loop Trail, this fountain is a nice spot for a short break. There is a large green space on the other side, making it an ideal …

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6.50 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.64 km

603 m

249 m

Surfaces

5.31 km

686 m