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Dane County
Middleton

The Turtle Watch Bridge – Barlow Road climb loop from Middleton

Routes
Road cycling routes
United States
Wisconsin
Dane County
Middleton

The Turtle Watch Bridge – Barlow Road climb loop from Middleton

Moderate

4.8

(1986)

18,507

riders

The Turtle Watch Bridge – Barlow Road climb loop from Middleton

03:03

60.3km

490m

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: May 6, 2026

Tips

The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 17.5 km for 3.02 km

After 23.1 km for 5.39 km

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.47 km

Esser Pond

Highlight • Lake

2

18.4 km

The Turtle Watch Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

On the bridge right before (if you're riding west) or after (heading east) Riley, stop at this bridge and watch the turtles. You can usually find dozens of them, starting in April and extending into the fall.

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3

39.0 km

Barlow Road climb

Highlight • Climb

One of the tougher climbs near Madison

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4

56.1 km

Penni Klein Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Penni Klein Park in Middleton, is a serene 10-acre green space featuring local trails, a dog park, and picnic areas. It's perfect for nature walks, birdwatching, and family outings amidst pleasant surroundings.

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B

60.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.9 km

16.1 km

15.4 km

6.83 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

41.9 km

11.3 km

6.77 km

316 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Friday 26 June

22°C

15°C

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