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Falls Bridge – Turtle Rock Light loop from Fairmount

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Falls Bridge – Turtle Rock Light loop from Fairmount

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Falls Bridge – Turtle Rock Light loop from Fairmount

02:04

33.3km

220m

Cycling

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

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.04 km for 130 m

After 9.43 km for 192 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.11 km

Washington Monument Fountain

Highlight • Monument

The monument was unveiled in Fairmount Park in 1897 and was moved in 1928 after the completion of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

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2.72 km

Fairmount Water Works South Garden

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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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9.51 km

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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10.8 km

Stone Arch Bridge and Waterfall on the Schuylkill River Trail

Highlight • Bridge

Easy connection with the cheater valley trail.

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12.9 km

Ten Box

Highlight • Monument

This small building has an interesting story. I assumed it was simply a gatehouse between trails in the Wissahickon Gorge park (connecting Forbidden Drive and the Creek Trail). Actually it …

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17.3 km

Valley Green Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

This inn is the last roadhouse in all of Philadelphia, and a much-beloved part of Fairmount Park. Although you can't stay here overnight, they serve good food and the inn …

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27.0 km

View of Strawberry Mansion Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Strawberry Mansion Bridge, a steel arch truss bridge spanning the Schuylkill River, provides a breathtaking view of the water. The bridge's railings also feature stunning artistic elements, enhancing its …

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30.5 km

Turtle Rock Light

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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33.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.2 km

9.66 km

717 m

649 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.4 km

8.84 km

8.02 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

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Falls Bridge – Turtle Rock Light loop from Fairmount

Washington Monument Fountain

Fairmount Water Works South Garden

Falls Bridge

Stone Arch Bridge and Waterfall on the Schuylkill River Trail

Ten Box

Valley Green Inn

View of Strawberry Mansion Bridge

Turtle Rock Light

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