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Broad Ripple Village – Central Canal Towpath loop from Meridian Hills

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Broad Ripple Village – Central Canal Towpath loop from Meridian Hills

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Broad Ripple Village – Central Canal Towpath loop from Meridian Hills

01:38

23.8km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

322 m

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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2

1.17 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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3

6.90 km

Monon Trail Bridge Over Fall Creek

Highlight • Bridge

Built in the late 19th century, although with later modifications, this beautiful bridge over Fall Creek has been maintained and preserved for the community's use. It features an uncommon Double-Warren …

Tip by

4

18.6 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.

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5

18.9 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.

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6

22.5 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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7

22.6 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

22.8 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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B

23.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.5 km

7.73 km

381 m

138 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

7.47 km

2.39 km

277 m

< 100 m

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