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Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Upper Arlington

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Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Upper Arlington

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Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Upper Arlington

01:35

27.2km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 12.3 km for 73 m

After 13.3 km for 153 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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7.83 km

Olentangy Trail Hydration Station

Highlight • Rest Area

The Olentangy Trail Hydration Station is one of a few water stations along this popular recreation route. Popular with hikers, runners, and bikers, the hydration station gives them a chance to stay hydrated.

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12.1 km

Ohio Stadium

Highlight • Monument

Ohio Stadium, nicknamed "The Shoe," hosts Buckeye football games, concerts, and events, with a record attendance of 110,045 set in 2016. A guest host called a "Redcoat" can take fans behind the scenes of Ohio Stadium.

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14.4 km

Olentangy Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved multiuse trail is one of the most popular in Columbus. It provides a great transportation corridor along the Olentangy River, linking users up with neighborhoods, recreation opportunities, local …

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17.3 km

Olentangy River

Highlight • River

The Olentangy River reaches 97 miles from Morrow County through Delaware County to Columbus, where it meets the Scioto at Confluence Park. Originally called "Keenhongsheconsepung," meaning "sharp tool river," settlers …

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21.5 km

Scioto River Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Easy access over the river on the way to the rail trail. You’re on roads for a bit with the cars but it’s marked for the bike route and not much traffic on them.

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24.5 km

Bike repair station

Highlight • Rest Area

You’ll find this convenient bike repair station along the Scioto Trail, with a pump and tools available.

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27.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.0 km

2.78 km

1.49 km

997 m

Surfaces

23.7 km

2.86 km

581 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Today

Monday 25 May

25°C

17°C

25 %

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Olentangy River – Scioto River Bridge loop from Upper Arlington

Olentangy Trail Hydration Station

Ohio Stadium

Olentangy Trail

Olentangy River

Scioto River Bridge

Bike repair station

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