Farnsworth Metropark – Towpath Trail loop from Maumee

Farnsworth Metropark – Towpath Trail loop from Maumee

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Farnsworth Metropark – Towpath Trail loop from Maumee

02:19

49.1km

110m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 491 m for 61 m

After 24.9 km for 194 m

After 41.2 km for 222 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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522 m

Side Cut Metropark

Highlight • Forest

Side Cut Metropark, situated along the Maumee River, is one of a series of the city's riverfront parks, and a long-time local favorite destination. Several multi-use trails run along the …

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11.2 km

Farnsworth Metropark

Highlight • Parking

This narrow park along the Maumee River overlooks the Missionary, Butler, and Indian islands. There is plenty of parking, restrooms, a playground, and several benches along the pathway. Here, you …

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11.7 km

Bird Viewing at Indianola Overlook

Viewpoint

15.9 km

This view of a 90-degree bend in the Maumee River is one of the most scenic spots in Lucas County. Nestled between Farnsworth Park and Providence Park, this location is worth the hike from either direction.

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24.0 km

Towpath Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Towpath Trail runs from Providence Metropark to South River Road near Missionary Island. The views are beautiful, with several picnic areas, parks, restrooms, and water fountains along the path. …

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36.7 km

Towpath Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Towpath Trail is a paved multi-use path from South River Road near Missionary Island to Providence Metropark. The views of the Maumee River are beautiful, with several picnic areas, …

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41.3 km

Waterville

Highlight • Settlement

Waterville is a small town on the banks of the Maumee River. The Buckeye Trail runs directly through it before crossing over the river and continuing to the east. There …

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47.9 km

Maumee River

Highlight • River

The Maumee River starts at the confluence of the St. Joseph and St. Mary's rivers in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and empties into Maumee Bay at Lake Erie, covering over 6,500 …

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49.1 km

End point

Parking

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