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Central Canal Towpath – Broad Ripple Village loop from Meridian Kessler

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Central Canal Towpath – Broad Ripple Village loop from Meridian Kessler

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3.1

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Central Canal Towpath – Broad Ripple Village loop from Meridian Kessler

02:28

23.6km

60m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.30 km

Butler University

Highlight • Settlement

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.

Tip by

4.66 km

Butler University

Highlight • Settlement

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.

Tip by

7.00 km

The Central Canal in Indianapolis is a historic waterway originally constructed in the 19th century. Stretching through downtown, it offers scenic views and is a great location to go for a run. The canal connects to the White River.

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8.29 km

Central Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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8.63 km

Monon Railroad Bridge Over the Central Canal

Highlight • Bridge

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

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10.9 km

Marott Park and Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

18.9 km

White River Crossing on Monon Trail

Highlight • Bridge

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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19.9 km

Broad Ripple Village

Highlight • Settlement

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.

Tip by

23.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.4 km

4.39 km

931 m

539 m

339 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

5.82 km

2.94 km

2.85 km

1.03 km

493 m

Elevation

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Friday 10 July

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Central Canal Towpath – Broad Ripple Village loop from Meridian Kessler

Butler University

Butler University

Central Canal

Central Canal Towpath

Monon Railroad Bridge Over the Central Canal

Marott Park and Nature Preserve

White River Crossing on Monon Trail

Broad Ripple Village

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