Hot Metal Bridge – Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream loop from Carnegie Mellon University

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Hot Metal Bridge – Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream loop from Carnegie Mellon University

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Hot Metal Bridge – Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream loop from Carnegie Mellon University

02:23

29.0km

580m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 11.6 km for 157 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.72 km

Hot Metal Bridge

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From a hiking perspective, Hot Metal Bridge connects South Trail and Eliza Furnace Trail via the Great Allegheny Passage. The bridge's pedestrian and bike path was built in 2007 and offers spectacular views of the Pittsburgh skyline.

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Firelane Trail

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View from Duck Hollow

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Duck Hollow is Pittsburgh's smallest neighborhood. A small, unnamed bridge will lead you over the point where Nine Mile Run stream empties into Monongahela River. From here, enjoy beautiful views …

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