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Ashland Covered Bridge – Ashland Nature Center loop from Hockessin

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New Castle County

Ashland Covered Bridge – Ashland Nature Center loop from Hockessin

Moderate

4.9

(2145)

19,951

riders

Ashland Covered Bridge – Ashland Nature Center loop from Hockessin

02:54

60.8km

540m

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 accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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After 34.8 km for 213 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

9.00 km

Hoopes Reservoir Beach

Highlight • Beach

Hoopes Reservoir is a wonderful man-made lake. It's a great place to hangout on a bike ride and popular with locals. You can fish here or just birdwatch with a picnic.

Tip by

2

14.3 km

Winterthur Gardens

Highlight • Structure

A marvelous garden with gigantic trees. Discover the surprising history of this museum and its collection.

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Tip by

3

20.6 km

Ashland Covered Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Built around 1860, this covered bridge crosses Red Clay Creek. It's one of only three surviving covered bridges in Delaware. The lattice truss inside is based on a design by architect Ithiel Town.

Tip by

4

20.7 km

Ashland Nature Center

Highlight • Rest Area

Great place to stop and eat; water and the best restrooms in the valley.

Tip by

5

27.0 km

Auburn Valley State Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Auburn Valley State Park in Yorklyn, Delaware, is home to the historic Marshall Mansion and the Auburn Heights Preserve, where visitors can tour the grand estate. The Marshall Steam Museum is another highlight, featuring interactive exhibits and educational programs that delve into the history of steam technology and transportation. The park also has scenic walking trails are perfect for hiking and biking, providing beautiful views and opportunities for bird watching. You can also hike from the park up to Marshall Bridge Preserve, which features hiking trails in the neighboring state of Pennsylvania!

Tip by

6

30.9 km

Chandler Mill Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge isn't open for cars which makes this one of the lowest stress ways into Kennett Square.

Tip by

7

34.9 km

Herb Pennock Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Water in season, porta-potties.

Tip by

8

50.0 km

Lower Brandywine Church and Cemetery

Highlight • Religious Site

Tuesdays at 545 pm (1745) a fast ride through the valley assembles. Drop ride.

Tip by

B

60.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.0 km

12.7 km

3.54 km

1.50 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

46.2 km

13.9 km

473 m

238 m

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Sunday 11 October

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14°C

99 %

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