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Falls Bridge – Boathouse Row loop from 36th Street

Easy

4.9

(3227)

16,436

riders

Falls Bridge – Boathouse Row loop from 36th Street

01:18

27.2km

200m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.52 km for 187 m

After 24.5 km for 61 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

8.59 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.

Tip by

2

11.8 km

Laurel Hill West Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

3

16.9 km

Grant Street Dam

Highlight • Structure

4

20.1 km

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 overall charm. Biking isn't allowed on the bridge, so you'll need to dismount and walk, but the views are worth it.

Tip by

5

23.6 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.

Tip by

6

23.7 km

Boathouse Row

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Boathouse Row is a historic stretch of that sits on the Schuylkill River. It features 15 boathouses that host social and rowing clubs with their racing shells. It's a nice place to hop off your bike, take a break, and people watch.

Tip by

24.6 km

Central Marble Fountain

Lake

B

27.2 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.3 km

3.66 km

1.17 km

518 m

514 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

8.73 km

178 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 12 August

31°C

23°C

43 %

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