Safe Bike Routes in Columbus

Columbus has expanded cycling infrastructure rapidly with the central Ohio trail network connecting neighborhoods, parks, and suburbs through 200+ miles of paths.

Top 10 Safest Routes in Columbus

1
Olentangy Trail
14 miles
Columbus's most popular trail following the Olentangy River from downtown to Worthington. OSU campus access.
2
Scioto Trail
10 miles
Riverfront path through downtown with Scioto Mile parks and skyline views.
3
Alum Creek Trail
22 miles
Longest trail in the system from Westerville south through diverse neighborhoods.
4
Camp Chase Trail
16 miles
West side former railroad trail through suburban communities.
5
Big Walnut Trail
8 miles
East side path through natural areas with creek views.
6
Blacklick Creek Greenway
12 miles
Southeast trail through Reynoldsburg and suburban parks.
7
I-670 Cap Trail
1 mile
Unique trail over the highway cap in downtown. Urban design showcase.
8
Short North Protected Lanes
2 miles
Protected bikeway through Columbus's trendiest neighborhood. Galleries, restaurants, and nightlife.
9
Westerville Bike Paths
6 miles
Northern suburban network through parks and school zones.
10
Scioto Greenway Trail
8 miles
Southern extension along the Scioto River through suburban parks.

Columbus Cycling Infrastructure

200+ Miles of Bikeways

Columbus's trail network includes the Olentangy Trail, Scioto Trail, and Alum Creek Trail forming a connected system. The city has added protected lanes on key downtown corridors. CoGo bike share serves the core.

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