Olentangy River Trail – Olentangy River loop from Pontifical College Josephinum

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Olentangy River Trail – Olentangy River loop from Pontifical College Josephinum

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Olentangy River Trail – Olentangy River loop from Pontifical College Josephinum

02:56

56.3km

190m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 29.6 km for 205 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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Nature Reserve

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Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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Highlight • Lake

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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Highlight • Natural

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • River

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Highlight • Forest

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End point

Parking

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