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Broad Ripple Village – Broad Ripple Village loop from Butler University

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Broad Ripple Village – Broad Ripple Village loop from Butler University

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4.5

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Broad Ripple Village – Broad Ripple Village loop from Butler University

01:17

12.5km

30m

Running

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

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Bus stop

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589 m

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.

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3.24 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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4.44 km

Broad Ripple Village

Highlight • Settlement

A popular cultural district 6 miles north of downtown Indianapolis with restaurants, bars, shops and galleries. The Canal Towpath and the Monon Trail both cut through the village.

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4.75 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.

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4.93 km

Monon Railroad Bridge Over the Central Canal

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

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7.36 km

Central Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This isn't classical mountain biking, per se, but rugged tires do come in handy when you hit a soft patch in the sometimes-unpaved trail along this 19th-century canal, which runs …

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12.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.56 km

3.70 km

284 m

Surfaces

5.19 km

4.06 km

1.71 km

1.51 km

< 100 m

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Friday 22 May

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Broad Ripple Village – Broad Ripple Village loop from Butler University

Butler University

Central Canal

Broad Ripple Village

Broad Ripple Village

Monon Railroad Bridge Over the Central Canal

Central Canal Towpath

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