Olentangy River – Blacklick Creek Greenway loop from Historic Crew Stadium

Olentangy River – Blacklick Creek Greenway loop from Historic Crew Stadium

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Olentangy River – Blacklick Creek Greenway loop from Historic Crew Stadium

03:54

97.1km

310m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 15, 2026

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7.14 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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7.91 km

View of Downtown Columbus and Scioto River

Highlight • Viewpoint

With the sparkling water in front of you and the city skyline in the background, this is a great place to stop and take in the view. It's especially great …

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9.28 km

Rich Street Bridge and Deer Sculptures

Highlight • Bridge

The Rich Street Bridge crosses over the Olentangy River, connecting downtown to Franklinton. It is a 536-foot bridge designed by award-winning bridge engineers at Burgess & Niple for the city's …

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24.0 km

Three Creeks Metro Park

Nature Reserve

27.5 km

Turtle Pond

Highlight • Lake

Turtle Pond is located near the Alum Creek Trail. With a short detour, you can visit the pond and take a quick stop to enjoy the scenery.

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71.6 km

Blacklick Creek Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Blacklick Creek Greenway is an 18-mile paved path that travels from Reynoldsburg to Groveport. The trail follows Blacklick Creek for much of its path, passing through various Metro Parks along the way.

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76.8 km

Heron Pond

Highlight • Lake

Heron Pond is a small fishing pond in Columbus, Ohio. There are shady spots along the grassy banks, benches, picnic areas (with grills), and porta potties. It can be a …

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77.9 km

Three Creeks Metro Park

Highlight • Trail

This park derives its name from the confluence where Alum, Big Walnut, and Blacklick creeks come together. It comprises five areas with separate entrances, all interconnected, offering a variety of routes to explore.

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80.6 km

Alum Creek Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Here, you will cross a bridge that spans over Alum Creek, a 58-mile-long stream flowing through central Ohio. The creek begins in Morrow County, travels through Delaware County, and ends …

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