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Broad Ripple Village – Central Canal Towpath loop from Meridian Hills

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Broad Ripple Village – Central Canal Towpath loop from Meridian Hills

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Broad Ripple Village – Central Canal Towpath loop from Meridian Hills

01:38

23.8km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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322 m

White River Crossing on Monon Trail

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Pedestrian and cycling bridge along the Monon Trail that takes you over the White River. This is one of several bridges along the trail.

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1.17 km

Monon Railroad Bridge Over the Central Canal

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Original Monon railroad bridge on the Monon Trail crossing over the Central Canal.

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6.90 km

Monon Trail Bridge Over Fall Creek

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Built in the late 19th century, although with later modifications, this beautiful bridge over Fall Creek has been maintained and preserved for the community's use. It features an uncommon Double-Warren …

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18.6 km

Butler University

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Butler University is a private university founded in 1855. The campus sits on the Canal Towpath and is a great destination that is worth a visit.

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18.9 km

Butler University

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Butler University is a private university founded in 1855. The campus sits on the Canal Towpath and is a great destination that is worth a visit.

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22.5 km

Broad Ripple Village

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A popular cultural district 6 miles north of downtown Indianapolis with restaurants, bars, shops and galleries. The Canal Towpath and the Monon Trail both cut through the village.

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22.6 km

Central Canal Towpath

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The Central Canal Towpath is a 7.7-mile multi-use path that stretches from Broad Ripple Village to White River.

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22.8 km

Broad Ripple Village

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A popular cultural district 6 miles north of downtown Indianapolis with restaurants, bars, shops and galleries. Can easily be accessed via bike as the Monon Trail cuts through the center of the village.

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23.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.5 km

7.77 km

381 m

138 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

7.51 km

2.36 km

277 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 25 August

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White River Crossing on Monon Trail

Monon Railroad Bridge Over the Central Canal

Monon Trail Bridge Over Fall Creek

Butler University

Butler University

Broad Ripple Village

Central Canal Towpath

Broad Ripple Village

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