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Ohio
Franklin County
Columbus

Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Historic Crew Stadium

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Road cycling routes
United States
Ohio
Franklin County
Columbus

Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Historic Crew Stadium

Moderate

4.6

(4343)

19,308

riders

Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Historic Crew Stadium

04:06

91.4km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

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After 63.4 km for 495 m

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Parking

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7.37 km

Rich Street Bridge and Deer Sculptures

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The Rich Street Bridge crosses over the Olentangy River, connecting downtown to Franklinton. It is a 536-foot bridge designed by award-winning bridge engineers at Burgess & Niple for the city's …

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2

8.75 km

With the sparkling water in front of you and the city skyline in the background, this is a great place to stop and take in the view. It's especially great …

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9.51 km

Olentangy River

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The Olentangy River reaches 97 miles from Morrow County through Delaware County to Columbus, where it meets the Scioto at Confluence Park. Originally called "Keenhongsheconsepung," meaning "sharp tool river," settlers …

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4

13.7 km

Scioto River Bridge

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Easy access over the river on the way to the rail trail. You’re on roads for a bit with the cars but it’s marked for the bike route and not much traffic on them.

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31.0 km

Big Darby Creek

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Big Darby Creek, not to be confused with Little Darby Creek, is a scenic river. It is one of the most biologically diverse rivers in the Midwest. It is 84 miles long and empties into the Scioto River.

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63.6 km

Darby Creek

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This area has great views of the bridges over Little Darby Creek. The State and National Scenic Rivers of Big Darby Creek and Little Darby Creek meet in this area. There is a canoe/kayak launch available to the public.

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91.4 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

58.7 km

18.6 km

11.2 km

2.15 km

440 m

327 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

64.8 km

24.5 km

1.20 km

527 m

336 m

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Tuesday 1 September

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38 %

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