Carillon Park covered bridge – Deeds Carillon loop from High View Parking

Carillon Park covered bridge – Deeds Carillon loop from High View Parking

Moderate

3.2

(15)

riders

Carillon Park covered bridge – Deeds Carillon loop from High View Parking

04:04

86.4km

320m

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: August 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 20.6 km for 66 m

After 61.3 km for 163 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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38.3 km

Pond and Miami River Views at Crains Run Nature Park

Highlight • River

Along with views of the Miami River at the trail junction with the Great Miami River Recreation Trail, there is also a small pond off the side of the trail near the Crains Run Nature Park trailhead. There is lots of parking in the parking lot and a playground for the kids.

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41.4 km

Hutchins State Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A pleasant and flat cycleway leads you past Hutchins State Reservoir, part of the Great Miami River, between Middletown and Dayton.

Next to the reservoir, you can find Rice Field, an open playing area used for sports. This is a nice spot to rest the legs and perhaps enjoy a picnic.

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44.8 km

Miamisburg Riverfront Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The park is becoming a popular venue for hosting community events. From free concerts and lively carnivals to family-friendly gatherings like "Touch-a-Truck" and the "Rock 'n Green" Tomato Festival. Kids can have a blast on the expansive 7,600-square-foot playground, while adults can relax under the shade of swinging benches overlooking the scenic river.

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60.6 km

Carillon Park covered bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Originally constructed in the mid-1800s, the bridge faithfully served its purpose by carrying horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians across Little Sugar Creek. Today, the Carillon Park Covered Bridge stands proudly relocated within the historical park.

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61.4 km

Deeds Carillon

Highlight • Monument

Standing tall at 151 feet, the Deeds Carillon is a landmark that dominates the skyline of Dayton, and boasts the title of the largest musical instrument in the entire state. Be sure to catch one of the free daily concerts performed by a skilled carillonneur, filling the air with beautiful melodies at 10 am, noon, 2 pm, and 5 pm.

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63.8 km