Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: December 5, 2025

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Ivy Ridge Greenway

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.59 km

Fairmount Water Works South Garden

Highlight • Structure

The Fairmount Water Works South Garden is a quiet green space tucked along the Schuylkill River, just below the historic Water Works buildings. Shaded paths, stone walls, and ornamental plantings …

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3.49 km

Turtle Rock Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Built in the 1880s in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Turtle Rock Light is a famous lighthouse on the Schuylkill River. It's a beautiful piece of architecture that can be viewed from both sides of the river.

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6.02 km

Civil War Monument - Smith Memorial Arch

Highlight • Monument

This is a pretty cool looking Civil War Monument in Fairmount Park. It is fairly easy to get here from the Schuylkill River Trail.

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7.01 km

Shofuso Japanese House and Garden

Highlight • Monument

They constructed this house in Japan in 1953 using traditional Japanese techniques. It was then transported to New York and eventually brought here. Additionally, you have the opportunity to experience …

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35.5 km

Manayunk Bridge Trailhead

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Old railroad bridge turned into a walking/biking path. Crosses over the Schuylkill River and I-76. Connects the Schuylkill River Trail to the Cynwyd Heritage Trail.

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38.9 km

Stone Arch Bridge and Waterfall on the Schuylkill River Trail

Highlight • Bridge

Easy connection with the cheater valley trail.

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40.1 km

Falls Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

They finished constructing this 556-foot-long bridge in 1895, originally intended to be a double-decker bridge, although the upper level was never constructed. From here, you can relish the scenic vistas of the Schuylkill River as well.

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49.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.3 km

15.0 km

12.6 km

1.47 km

475 m

230 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.7 km

8.11 km

678 m

376 m

336 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

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Friday 5 December

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Turtle Rock Lighthouse

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Stone Arch Bridge and Waterfall on the Schuylkill River Trail

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