Map Questions

Q: I can't find a trail on your Ohio trails (Google) map. Can you help?

Not all trails are listed on the Gmap. For those that are, the smaller version of the map on the homepage is just an overview. It doesn't have all the features of the larger version in the Map Room. So, be sure you're using the larger version.

The trails are listed underneath the map to the right of their region location buttons: NW, NE, SW & SE. Simply scroll across the list(s) to the right of each region to find the trail you're interested in viewing. Click its radio button (to the left of the trail name), then zoom in or select one of the POIs in the right-hand column to explore the trail. That's all there is to it!

(Note that some trails are grouped together, such as "Westerville & Genoa Trails," so you may need to scan the entire list.)

If you don't know the trails by name, view the 'Finding Trails & Basic Map Navigation' on the video demo page. Important: Be sure to select play first, then full screen mode to view the video in its highest resolution. If you don't follow that sequence, you'll get a lower resolution.

Q: Can you send me a printed map for ________ trail?

We're sorry, but all our maps and map links are virtual (online) at this time. To see if a printable version is available for the trail(s) you're interested in, find your trail on the Trail List. Click on the map links in the green shaded area to see if printable map is available.

Also, check the other Trail List links to see if a trail homepage or trail manager's page (often the local park district) is available. They may offer a map they can send you.

Q: Your Ohio trails Google map is missing a segment of the ________ trail. Why?

Until photo imagery (with minimal tree cover) for the trail segment is available on Google, or we can visit the trail and log a gpx file, we cannot plot the map.

But you can help! Email us if you have a gpx file for the trail segment. Or, check to see if photo imagery exists on the Google server. If so, let us know and we'll add it to the map.

Q: Where can I get a printed map of all the Ohio bike trails? Or Ohio bike route maps?

Periodically, the RTC publishes a book with maps and summaries of Ohio bike trails. Sometimes they include a state map, other times regional maps only.

Ohio bike route maps used to be sold by COP. Contact them for more info.

Planning a Cycling Trip / Route

Q: I am trying to find a route from ________ to ________ and would like to incorporate trails wherever possible. Can you help?

Yes. The best online tool for bike route planning is Google's Bike Directions. (Select the Google icon in the Map Room.) By selecting "bike mode," the route planner utilizes trails and bike lanes along the way. Don't know how to use this tool? Select the 'Get Biking Directions' icon to view a "how-to" demo.

Once you've plotted your route, visit the planning a trip page to fill in the details for your ride including: finding facilities along the trails, places to eat, etc.

Trail Group Help

Q: We are starting a trail group and are in need of resources such as grant opportunities and the like. Can you help?

Yes. Check out the links on our Resources page. A great place to start is the RTC Trail Builders Toolbox. (Select, 'RTC Resources Page.')

Miscellaneous

Q: Why haven't you fixed the broken bench along the ________ trail?

Ohio Bikeways does not maintain or manage any trails.

Q: When are you going to update the review page for ________ trail?

Though we update a number of trails each year, keeping up with the hundreds of miles of Ohio bikeways is no small task.

If you know the info needs updating, then you've probably visited the trail recently. Send in some updates!

Q: When will ________ trail bridge be open / repaired?

Check the news section for the latest Ohio trail news. If we have a review for the trail in question, check its updates & comments page for recent updates.

If no news or updates have come in to Ohio Bikeways, check with the trail manager.

Q: Where can I find ________ along ________ trail?

Use the local search feature on the Gmap to find just about anything - lodging, restaurants, bike rentals, etc. - along Ohio trails.

For tips on how to use the search, check out the 'Trip Planning' video on the video demo page.

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