Genoa Trail – Big Walnut Creek Path loop from Galena
Genoa Trail – Big Walnut Creek Path loop from Galena
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Genoa Trail – Big Walnut Creek Path loop from Galena
02:29
51.6km
150m
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: April 19, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 35.6 km for 52 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
Get Directions
4.70 km
Genoa Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Tip by
11.2 km
Aaron's Pond
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
12.5 km
Alum Creek Trail
Highlight • Trail
16.0 km
Northern Terminus of Alum Creek Greenway
Highlight • Cycleway
Tip by
21.2 km
Edward S. Thomas Nature Preserve
Highlight • Forest
Tip by
36.7 km
Big Walnut Creek Path
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
37.8 km
Big Walnut Creek Path
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
44.8 km
Char-Mar Ridge Park
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
51.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
42.9 km
4.04 km
1.91 km
1.47 km
1.29 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
43.0 km
6.42 km
2.14 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Description
If you're looking for a genuinely pleasant road cycling experience near Galena, the Genoa Trail – Big Walnut Creek Path loop from Galena is a solid choice. This moderate 32.0-mile (51.6 km) route, with 501 feet (153 metres) of elevation gain, can be completed in about 2 hours and 28 minutes, making it ideal for new riders or anyone seeking a relaxed, scenic ride through varied landscapes.
What to expect on Genoa Trail – Big Walnut Creek Path loop from Galena
This loop offers a delightful journey through changing scenery. You'll start in the charming historic mill town of Galena, then quickly find yourself on the Genoa Trail, a primarily paved asphalt path often shaded by a corridor of trees, providing a pleasant, verdant tunnel-like experience. As the Genoa Trail transitions into the Hoover Scenic Trail, you'll enjoy picturesque water views along the northwestern shoreline of the sprawling Hoover Reservoir. The route continues with passages through Hoover Reservoir Park, offering more reservoir views and opportunities for bird watching, before winding through rural Delaware County farmland. While generally flat and easy, some sections of the Big Walnut Creek Path might be near roads, and it's always wise to check for any unpaved segments if you're on a road bike. This ride is well-suited for various fitness levels, including new riders, thanks to its generally easy to moderate difficulty.
Planning your visit
Planning your ride on this loop is straightforward. The Genoa Trail provides convenient amenities such as parking, drinking water, restrooms, benches, and even a bicycle repair station, making it an excellent starting point. Be aware that a trail closure is expected on the trail running alongside Big Walnut Road, west of State Route 3, until April 2026, due to construction, so check for updated route information before you head out. The quaint village of Galena also offers options for dining if you want to make a day of it.
Trail details
- Distance: 32.0 miles (51.6 km)
- Elevation gain: 501 feet (153 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 28 minutes
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