Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Madison Correctional Institution

Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Madison Correctional Institution

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Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Madison Correctional Institution

05:31

116km

350m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 52.0 km for 205 m

After 63.2 km for 134 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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48.6 km

Olentangy River

Highlight • River

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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49.3 km

View of Downtown Columbus and Scioto River

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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49.7 km

Scioto Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Great spot to take pictures 📸
You can cycle on both sides of the river 🚲 There is pretty cool bridge

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52.8 km

Red Water Tower, Scioto Audubon Metro Park

Highlight • Monument

53.0 km

Greenlawn Avenue Low Head Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

53.4 km

Greenlawn Avenue Low Head Reservoir

Lake

61.7 km

Mirror Lake

Highlight • Lake

Mirror Lake was integral in the decision of the founders of The Ohio State University to build the school where they did. This lake was once a spring and information …

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62.6 km

Ohio Stadium

Highlight • Monument

Ohio Stadium, nicknamed "The Shoe," hosts Buckeye football games, concerts, and events, with a record attendance of 110,045 set in 2016. A guest host called a "Redcoat" can take fans behind the scenes of Ohio Stadium.

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73.9 km

Scioto River Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

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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