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Hot Metal Bridge – Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream loop from Wilkinsburg

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Hot Metal Bridge – Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream loop from Wilkinsburg

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Hot Metal Bridge – Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream loop from Wilkinsburg

01:29

24.6km

280m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 2.69 km for 157 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.6 km

Hot Metal Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

From a hiking perspective, Hot Metal Bridge connects South Trail and Eliza Furnace Trail via the Great Allegheny Passage. The bridge's pedestrian and bike path was built in 2007 and offers spectacular views of the Pittsburgh skyline.

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19.6 km

View of the Monongahela River and Homestead Grays Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Local fishing and lounging spot. View of Homestead.

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19.7 km

View from Duck Hollow

Highlight • Viewpoint

Duck Hollow is Pittsburgh's smallest neighborhood. A small, unnamed bridge will lead you over the point where Nine Mile Run stream empties into Monongahela River. From here, enjoy beautiful views …

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21.8 km

Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A small footpath along a pretty stream with a boardwalk. Great place to see wildlife.

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24.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.5 km

7.65 km

4.52 km

1.00 km

654 m

261 m

Surfaces

8.91 km

4.93 km

4.44 km

3.97 km

2.35 km

Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

Today

Wednesday 2 September

34°C

21°C

86 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Hot Metal Bridge – Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream loop from Wilkinsburg

Hot Metal Bridge

View of the Monongahela River and Homestead Grays Bridge

View from Duck Hollow

Footpath along Nine Mile Run stream

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