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Three Rivers Heritage Trail – Hot Metal Bridge loop from Rankin

Three Rivers Heritage Trail – Hot Metal Bridge loop from Rankin

Moderate

4.6

(4774)

12,009

riders

Three Rivers Heritage Trail – Hot Metal Bridge loop from Rankin

02:10

44.1km

230m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 13.8 km for 208 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.74 km

Three Rivers Heritage Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Embark on an exhilarating bike ride along Pittsburgh's Three Rivers Heritage Trail, named after the iconic waterways it parallels—the Allegheny, Ohio, and Monongahela rivers. Spanning 33 miles of scenic riverfront …

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12.5 km

Hot Metal Bridge

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From a hiking perspective, Hot Metal Bridge connects South Trail and Eliza Furnace Trail via the Great Allegheny Passage. The bridge's pedestrian and bike path was built in 2007 and offers spectacular views of the Pittsburgh skyline.

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16.4 km

Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain

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The Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain is a sculpture and work of art in downtown Pittsburgh. The fountain is sometimes referred to as "A Song to Nature" and serves as the northern entrance of Schenley Park.

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28.3 km

South Side Trail

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The South Side Trail parallels the Monongahela River, situated just north of Emerald View Park, providing breathtaking vistas of the waterfront. This segment of the trail connects with Southside Riverfront …

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31.5 km

View from South Shore Riverfront Park

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South Shore Riverfront Park is located on the southern shore of Monogahela River just west of Hot Metal Bridge. The park can be reached via South Side Hiking Trail and …

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44.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.2 km

6.56 km

3.20 km

1.63 km

571 m

Surfaces

22.7 km

21.0 km

422 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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Thursday 2 July

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Three Rivers Heritage Trail – Hot Metal Bridge loop from Rankin

Three Rivers Heritage Trail

Hot Metal Bridge

Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain

South Side Trail

View from South Shore Riverfront Park

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