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Black River – Black River Bridge loop from French Creek Reservation

Black River – Black River Bridge loop from French Creek Reservation

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3.1

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Black River – Black River Bridge loop from French Creek Reservation

02:41

57.5km

160m

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: June 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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765 m

French Creek Reservation

Nature Reserve

5.19 km

Bridgeway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Bridgeway Trail is a popular paved trail that runs from Black River Reservation to Sheffield. It is flat and follows along the Black River and is a great place for a relaxed walk.

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6.86 km

Black River

Highlight • River

Large carp can be seen.

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6.98 km

Bridgeway Trail Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Nice pedestrian bridge that is part of the Bridgeway Trail. It is a great place to have a quick break to take in the wonderful views of the River.

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9.05 km

Black River Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Nice picture spots throughout the park

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10.1 km

Black River Reservation - High Meadows

Highlight • Natural

Black River Reservation is a popular nature reserve along the Black River. The park is a mix of woodland and open meadows. There are also restrooms and picnic areas.

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18.0 km

The North Coast Inland Trail is a 100-mile paved multiuse trail that connects the farmland of Western Lorain County with Elyria and Lorain. This section leads you into Elyria and passes through beautiful woodland.

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28.0 km

Oberlin Depot

Highlight • Rest Area

Oberlin Depot was constructed in 1866 and was an important part of the community as it was the main access point to the town. In 1949, the passenger train that …

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48.3 km

Black River State Reservation

Highlight • Natural

Closes at 5pm, I learned the hard way ☹️

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57.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.3 km

15.6 km

6.37 km

267 m

Surfaces

38.5 km

17.2 km

1.82 km

Elevation

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Lowest point (180 m)

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Thursday 9 July

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Black River – Black River Bridge loop from French Creek Reservation

Bridgeway Trail

Black River

Bridgeway Trail Pedestrian Bridge

Black River Bridge

Black River Reservation - High Meadows

The North Coast Inland Trail

Oberlin Depot

Black River State Reservation

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