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🚴 Columbus Cycling Adventure

Ready for the perfect Columbus bike ride? This 70km (43-mile) loop combines riverside serenity, forest trails, and urban vibes—with minimal climbs (just a few hundred meters elevation). Here’s your ultimate guide! 📍 Route Breakdown 1️⃣ Olentangy River Trail (25km) Start at Worthington Hills Park (free parking) Cruise south along the shaded river path, passing OSU’s campus & the Scioto Audubon climbing wall Pro Tip: Stop at North Bank Park for a skyline photo! 📸 2️⃣ Downtown Columbus (10km) Zip through the Short North Arts District (murals + cafes) Pedal past Nationwide Arena and the Capitol Square’s historic buildings 3️⃣ Alum Creek Trail (20km) Eastbound ride with lake views and occasional deer sightings 🦌 Smooth pavement, zero cars—just birdsong and your wheels humming 4️⃣ Sharon Woods Park (15km) A forest oasis with gentle hills and a sparkling reservoir Optional detour: Lap the 2.6km lakeside trail for extra miles ⏱️ Ride Stats Distance: 70km (43mi) Elevation: ~300m (984ft) — mostly flat! Time: 3.5–4.5 hours (leisurely pace) Surface: 90% paved, 10% packed gravel 🍽️ Refuel Stops ✔️ Kafe Kerouac (OSU area): Espresso + vegan muffins ✔️ BrewDog Franklinton: Post-ride craft beer & burgers ✔️ Combustion Brewery (Clintonville): Lakeside patio 🚲 Gear & Safety Bike: Road or hybrid (gravel sections are tame) Must-pack: Water (2L), sunscreen, spare tube Caution: Downtown has some traffic lights—time rides for weekend mornings (quietest) Why Locals Love It: “I do this loop weekly—it’s my therapy ride. The mix of city + nature is so Columbus.” —Mark, OSU Cycling Club #ColumbusCycling #BikeTheUS #OSU #ScenicRoutes #NoCarNeeded 🌳🚲

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🚴 Columbus Cycling Adventure

Ready for the perfect Columbus bike ride? This 70km (43-mile) loop combines riverside serenity, forest trails, and urban vibes—with minimal climbs (just a few hundred meters elevation). Here’s your ultimate guide! 📍 Route Breakdown 1️⃣ Olentangy River Trail (25km) Start at Worthington Hills Park (free parking) Cruise south along the shaded river path, passing OSU’s campus & the Scioto Audubon climbing wall Pro Tip: Stop at North Bank Park for a skyline photo! 📸 2️⃣ Downtown Columbus (10km) Zip through the Short North Arts District (murals + cafes) Pedal past Nationwide Arena and the Capitol Square’s historic buildings 3️⃣ Alum Creek Trail (20km) Eastbound ride with lake views and occasional deer sightings 🦌 Smooth pavement, zero cars—just birdsong and your wheels humming 4️⃣ Sharon Woods Park (15km) A forest oasis with gentle hills and a sparkling reservoir Optional detour: Lap the 2.6km lakeside trail for extra miles ⏱️ Ride Stats Distance: 70km (43mi) Elevation: ~300m (984ft) — mostly flat! Time: 3.5–4.5 hours (leisurely pace) Surface: 90% paved, 10% packed gravel 🍽️ Refuel Stops ✔️ Kafe Kerouac (OSU area): Espresso + vegan muffins ✔️ BrewDog Franklinton: Post-ride craft beer & burgers ✔️ Combustion Brewery (Clintonville): Lakeside patio 🚲 Gear & Safety Bike: Road or hybrid (gravel sections are tame) Must-pack: Water (2L), sunscreen, spare tube Caution: Downtown has some traffic lights—time rides for weekend mornings (quietest) Why Locals Love It: “I do this loop weekly—it’s my therapy ride. The mix of city + nature is so Columbus.” —Mark, OSU Cycling Club #ColumbusCycling #BikeTheUS #OSU #ScenicRoutes #NoCarNeeded 🌳🚲

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