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Wildwood Preserve Metropark – University Parks Trail loop from Toledo Botanical Garden

Wildwood Preserve Metropark – University Parks Trail loop from Toledo Botanical Garden

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Wildwood Preserve Metropark – University Parks Trail loop from Toledo Botanical Garden

02:55

50.3km

100m

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 right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 50.1 km for 88 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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245 m

Wildwood Preserve Metropark

Highlight • Forest

This 493-acre preserve is beautiful, and one of the most visited of Toledo’s beautiful metro parks. There are several hiking trails, plenty of tall mature trees for shade, benches, and picnic tables. Situated on the former estate of Robert Stranahan, founder of Champion Spark Plugs, the park includes unique features, including the former owner's mansion built in 1938, a boardwalk, a covered bridge, and an old schoolhouse. It's a delightful place to spend the day exploring in a picturesque, peaceful environment.

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836 m

Wildwood Preserve Metropark

Highlight • Forest

Wildwood Preserve Metropark is an almost 500-acre park in Toledo. Beore becoming a public park, the area used to be home to the Stranahan family, and their grand house is still on the property.

The park has several miles of trails and the most-visited of the 19-park Metroparks Toledo district.

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2.80 km

University Parks Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 7-mile paved trail stretches from the University of Toledo campus to Silica Road, traversing through lush greenery, meadows, and wetlands. It's an excellent route for hikers, runners, and bikers.

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27.2 km

University Parks Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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49.5 km

Heron in Wetlands

Highlight • Natural

50.2 km

Wildwood Manor House and Gardens

Highlight • Historical Site

The Wildwood Manor House is the centerpiece of the preserve. The Georgian Colonial home spans 30,000 square feet, and is open for free tours. If you plan to visit during the winter months, a reservation is necessary, due to the preparation of special events, especially during the holidays. The mansion is surrounded by a stunning garden, open to explore any time of year.

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50.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.5 km

5.87 km

4.85 km

673 m

258 m

106 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

34.7 km

13.4 km

2.16 km

177 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 15 July

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Wildwood Preserve Metropark – University Parks Trail loop from Toledo Botanical Garden

Wildwood Preserve Metropark

Wildwood Preserve Metropark

University Parks Trail

University Parks Trail

Heron in Wetlands

Wildwood Manor House and Gardens

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