Great Miami River Trail Comments and Updates

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New Middletown Trail Section

10/13/11 by Ohio Bikeways

From middletownjournal.com, "Construction to extend the Great Miami River Recreation Trail northeast along Ohio 73 should wrap in early November, but interest remains high in future extension projects.

"Crews have been working for the past couple months to establish a 6,400-foot extension to the trail starting from an existing parking lot about a half mile northeast of the intersection of Carmody Boulevard and Ohio 73. That portion of the project, which cost $500,000, will stop a couple hundred feet from the Breiel Boulevard/Ohio 73 intersection."

Middletown Trail Damage Assessed

9/11/11 by Ohio Bikeways

From middletownjournal.com, "Costs to repair two sections of a bike path city officials say was damaged during the repair of two sinkholes along the Great Miami Recreation Trail have totaled close to $30,000.

"Two sections of the trail - one just north of Sixth Avenue and the other south of Windsor Avenue and Maple Street - were heavily damaged last spring following the formation of the 30-foot-wide holes that formed as a result of corroded sewer pipes."

Trail Resurfacing In Troy

8/26/11 by Ohio Bikeways

From wdtn.com, "The Miami County Park District has announced that starting August 25th, the section of the Great Miami River Recreational Trail between the Dye Mill Road parking lot and the towpath along Dye Mill Road will be closed for resurfacing.

"The work will take several hours over the next few days to complete."

New Trail South Of Tipp City Opens Aug. 12

8/8/11 by Ohio Bikeways

A major gap in the GMRT has been closed. A 2.5-mile trail segment now connects the Tipp City trail with finished trail at Ross Road to the south.

From the Piqua Daily Call, "The Miami County Park District in collaboration with Monroe Township, Tipp City and Five Rivers Metro Park will officially open the newest segment of [the GMRT] bike trail extending from Kyle Park in Tipp City to Ross Road at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 12 at the Timmer Pavillion in Kyle Park.

"This is an important project for bicycle enthusiasts in the Miami Valley as it connects the Miami and Montgomery County bikeway systems," said J. Scott Myers the deputy director for the Miami County Park District. This 2.5 mile segment of the trail runs along the old Erie Canal and goes through a tunnel under Ross Road to connect to the Montgomery County bikeway."

Another Sinkhole In Middletown

5/5/11 by Ohio Bikeways

Form WLWT.com: "A sewer pipe collapsed in Middletown, causing a large sinkhole near a well-traveled bicycle path. The sinkhole is about a quarter-mile from an earlier sinkhole near the bike path that runs along the [Great] Miami River.

"City officials said the pipes are about 60 years old, which is about the extent of their life span.

"Crews spent Friday repairing the damage, which officials said was caused by the pipes' age and heavy rainfall over the past two weeks."

Sinkhole In Middletown

3/18/11 by Ohio Bikeways

A sinkhole has reportedly swallowed a chunk of trail in Middletown, Ohio. Though the article gave no specifics on location, it's likely a piece of the GMRT.

New Bike Hub

12/10/10 by Ohio Bikeways

The new bike hub at Riverscape is worth checking out. There's plenty of good info on the facilities, as well as area cycling opportunities.

Towpath Section Closed Sept. 13-16

9/14/10 by Ohio Bikeways

"...The Miami County Park District said the "tow path" section of the Great Miami Recreational Trail will be closed beginning Monday, September 13. It will remain closed until workers are finished making some repairs to the bike way.

"Bikers or walkers will not be able to use the path between Tipp City and Dye Mill Road.

"Crews will be digging up about 350-feet of that bike way. Signs will be posted about this closure. It should reopen by Thursday, September 16."

"If you have any questions, call the park office at 335-6273"

Source: wdtn.com

Construction Closure In Dayton

8/12/10 by Ohio Bikeways

From ODOT, "The Miami River Bike Trail will be closed between Albany Street and Third Street beginning Thursday, August 12th at 7 am. This section of the Miami River Bike Trail will reopen to the public Monday, September 20th at 5 pm.

"This bike trail closure is due to a contractor performing deck demolition in that area. Bike traffic is asked to use the sidewalk along Edwin C. Moses Boulevard as a detour during this closure. Signs will be in place prior to the work zone to alert bike traffic of the upcoming trail closure.

"ODOT has a “Target: Zero” goal for any and all safety hazards. To help ensure the safety of the construction workers as well as the traveling public, bicyclists should remain alert and reduce their speed and while passing through the work zone."

I-70 Bridge Work Closes Trail Section

12/13/09 by Ohio Bikeways

Another section of the GMRT is closed due to bridge construction at the I-70 overpass. See this post for a summary of the construction projects along the corridor.

Stewart Street Bridge Reopens

12/11/09 by Ohio Bikeways

Stewart Street Bridge construction in Dayton finished a few weeks ahead of schedule and the bridge reopened earlier this month. Check out this news story for more details.

Construction And Detours

12/2/08 by Ohio Bikeways

A 1.5-mile segment of the bikeway has reopened between West Carrolton and Miamisburg. The section had been closed for repaving. Read more...

Construction projects are widespread along the trail this year. Reconstruction of the Stewart Street bridge closed a portion of the trail in June. The project is expected to take 18 months to complete. Read more...

Two more projects, the I-75 construction and the Monument Street bridge reconstruction have also closed portions of the trail. It's thought the I-75 construction will last 3 years. Read more...

Northern Development

4/11/05 MCD web site

The Miami County Bike Trail Task force is hard at work developing a plan to extend the bike trail from the Montgomery County line north though Miami County... When complete, bikers, walkers, runners and skaters will be able to follow the path of the Great Miami River and Miami and Erie Canal as it meanders through the towns of Tipp City, Troy and Piqua in beautiful Miami County. The trail links parks, historic sites, and the river corridor with communities and provides an excellent venue for exercise, family fun and enjoyment.

Southern Development

A 28-mile [southern] extension of the Great Miami River Recreation Trail is planned from Crains Run Park in southern Montgomery County to the City of Hamilton. The Great Miami River Recreation Trail follows the Great Miami River and the towpath of the Miami and Erie through Warren and Butler County through the cities of Franklin, Middletown and Hamilton. When complete, the trail will connect cyclists, walkers and skaters with over 150 miles of existing trail in Montgomery, Greene, Clark, Warren and Clermont Counties.

Riverscape

7/23/01 by Jennifer Grusenmeyer

[Riverscape] construction has been completed as of May 19, 2001. The bikeway now is part of the new RiverScape development in downtown Dayton. A great place to stop for some refreshments, history, entertainment, and an interactive fountain to cool off.

Trail Specs:

Class: A1+ (Note: Regarding the shorter, stand alone sections completed - some may have more facilities than others)

Length: 55 miles - width varies from 8-12' (95 miles when completed)

Condition: Good to Excellent

Facilities: Restrooms & water at Smith Park, Rice Field, K Station, Riverscape, Island MetroPark, Taylorsville MetroPark, Community Park.

Food: A number of places within a block or so of the trail, but you'll need a good map to find them

Parking: Many places to choose from: Water Works Park, Joyce Park, Fairview Ave. Trailhead, Hamilton Low Dam, Fitton Center Trailhead, St. Rt. 73 Trailhead, Carmondy Blvd. Trailhead, Baxter Dr. Trailhead, River St., Crains Run Park, Rice Field, Friend Park, Carillon Park, Island MetroPark, Triangle Park, Wegerzyn Gardens, Sinclair Park, Rip Rap Park, Taylorsville MetroPark, Lock 9 Park, Riverside Dr.

Fairfield Middletown Miamisburg Dayton Tipp-City Troy Piqua

83.3mi 64.5mi 49.7mi 37.6mi 20.5mi 11.4mi 3.4mi

Trail Basics Trail Safety Bikeway Facilities Trip Planning Rules & Tips Trail Overseers Trail Surfaces & Uses Terms & Definitions Review Notes Trail Classes Articles Submit Updates	Resize A A A New Middletown Trail Section 10/13/11 by Ohio Bikeways From middletownjournal.com, "Construction to extend the Great Miami River Recreation Trail northeast along Ohio 73 should wrap in early November, but interest remains high in future extension projects. "Crews have been working for the past couple months to establish a 6,400-foot extension to the trail starting from an existing parking lot about a half mile northeast of the intersection of Carmody Boulevard and Ohio 73. That portion of the project, which cost $500,000, will stop a couple hundred feet from the Breiel Boulevard/Ohio 73 intersection." Middletown Trail Damage Assessed 9/11/11 by Ohio Bikeways From middletownjournal.com, "Costs to repair two sections of a bike path city officials say was damaged during the repair of two sinkholes along the Great Miami Recreation Trail have totaled close to $30,000. "Two sections of the trail - one just north of Sixth Avenue and the other south of Windsor Avenue and Maple Street - were heavily damaged last spring following the formation of the 30-foot-wide holes that formed as a result of corroded sewer pipes." Trail Resurfacing In Troy 8/26/11 by Ohio Bikeways From wdtn.com, "The Miami County Park District has announced that starting August 25th, the section of the Great Miami River Recreational Trail between the Dye Mill Road parking lot and the towpath along Dye Mill Road will be closed for resurfacing. "The work will take several hours over the next few days to complete." New Trail South Of Tipp City Opens Aug. 12 8/8/11 by Ohio Bikeways A major gap in the GMRT has been closed. A 2.5-mile trail segment now connects the Tipp City trail with finished trail at Ross Road to the south. From the Piqua Daily Call, "The Miami County Park District in collaboration with Monroe Township, Tipp City and Five Rivers Metro Park will officially open the newest segment of [the GMRT] bike trail extending from Kyle Park in Tipp City to Ross Road at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 12 at the Timmer Pavillion in Kyle Park. "This is an important project for bicycle enthusiasts in the Miami Valley as it connects the Miami and Montgomery County bikeway systems," said J. Scott Myers the deputy director for the Miami County Park District. This 2.5 mile segment of the trail runs along the old Erie Canal and goes through a tunnel under Ross Road to connect to the Montgomery County bikeway." Another Sinkhole In Middletown 5/5/11 by Ohio Bikeways Form WLWT.com: "A sewer pipe collapsed in Middletown, causing a large sinkhole near a well-traveled bicycle path. The sinkhole is about a quarter-mile from an earlier sinkhole near the bike path that runs along the [Great] Miami River. "City officials said the pipes are about 60 years old, which is about the extent of their life span. "Crews spent Friday repairing the damage, which officials said was caused by the pipes' age and heavy rainfall over the past two weeks." Sinkhole In Middletown 3/18/11 by Ohio Bikeways A sinkhole has reportedly swallowed a chunk of trail in Middletown, Ohio. Though the article gave no specifics on location, it's likely a piece of the GMRT. New Bike Hub 12/10/10 by Ohio Bikeways The new bike hub at Riverscape is worth checking out. There's plenty of good info on the facilities, as well as area cycling opportunities. Towpath Section Closed Sept. 13-16 9/14/10 by Ohio Bikeways "...The Miami County Park District said the "tow path" section of the Great Miami Recreational Trail will be closed beginning Monday, September 13. It will remain closed until workers are finished making some repairs to the bike way. "Bikers or walkers will not be able to use the path between Tipp City and Dye Mill Road. "Crews will be digging up about 350-feet of that bike way. Signs will be posted about this closure. It should reopen by Thursday, September 16." "If you have any questions, call the park office at 335-6273" Source: wdtn.com Construction Closure In Dayton 8/12/10 by Ohio Bikeways From ODOT, "The Miami River Bike Trail will be closed between Albany Street and Third Street beginning Thursday, August 12th at 7 am. This section of the Miami River Bike Trail will reopen to the public Monday, September 20th at 5 pm. "This bike trail closure is due to a contractor performing deck demolition in that area. Bike traffic is asked to use the sidewalk along Edwin C. Moses Boulevard as a detour during this closure. Signs will be in place prior to the work zone to alert bike traffic of the upcoming trail closure. "ODOT has a “Target: Zero” goal for any and all safety hazards. To help ensure the safety of the construction workers as well as the traveling public, bicyclists should remain alert and reduce their speed and while passing through the work zone." I-70 Bridge Work Closes Trail Section 12/13/09 by Ohio Bikeways Another section of the GMRT is closed due to bridge construction at the I-70 overpass. See this post for a summary of the construction projects along the corridor. Stewart Street Bridge Reopens 12/11/09 by Ohio Bikeways Stewart Street Bridge construction in Dayton finished a few weeks ahead of schedule and the bridge reopened earlier this month. Check out this news story for more details. Construction And Detours 12/2/08 by Ohio Bikeways A 1.5-mile segment of the bikeway has reopened between West Carrolton and Miamisburg. The section had been closed for repaving. Read more... Construction projects are widespread along the trail this year. Reconstruction of the Stewart Street bridge closed a portion of the trail in June. The project is expected to take 18 months to complete. Read more... Two more projects, the I-75 construction and the Monument Street bridge reconstruction have also closed portions of the trail. It's thought the I-75 construction will last 3 years. Read more... Northern Development 4/11/05 MCD web site The Miami County Bike Trail Task force is hard at work developing a plan to extend the bike trail from the Montgomery County line north though Miami County... When complete, bikers, walkers, runners and skaters will be able to follow the path of the Great Miami River and Miami and Erie Canal as it meanders through the towns of Tipp City, Troy and Piqua in beautiful Miami County. The trail links parks, historic sites, and the river corridor with communities and provides an excellent venue for exercise, family fun and enjoyment. Southern Development A 28-mile [southern] extension of the Great Miami River Recreation Trail is planned from Crains Run Park in southern Montgomery County to the City of Hamilton. The Great Miami River Recreation Trail follows the Great Miami River and the towpath of the Miami and Erie through Warren and Butler County through the cities of Franklin, Middletown and Hamilton. When complete, the trail will connect cyclists, walkers and skaters with over 150 miles of existing trail in Montgomery, Greene, Clark, Warren and Clermont Counties. Riverscape 7/23/01 by Jennifer Grusenmeyer [Riverscape] construction has been completed as of May 19, 2001. The bikeway now is part of the new RiverScape development in downtown Dayton. A great place to stop for some refreshments, history, entertainment, and an interactive fountain to cool off. Trail Specs: Class: A1+ (Note: Regarding the shorter, stand alone sections completed - some may have more facilities than others) Length: 55 miles - width varies from 8-12' (95 miles when completed) Condition: Good to Excellent Facilities: Restrooms & water at Smith Park, Rice Field, K Station, Riverscape, Island MetroPark, Taylorsville MetroPark, Community Park. Food: A number of places within a block or so of the trail, but you'll need a good map to find them Parking: Many places to choose from: Water Works Park, Joyce Park, Fairview Ave. Trailhead, Hamilton Low Dam, Fitton Center Trailhead, St. Rt. 73 Trailhead, Carmondy Blvd. Trailhead, Baxter Dr. Trailhead, River St., Crains Run Park, Rice Field, Friend Park, Carillon Park, Island MetroPark, Triangle Park, Wegerzyn Gardens, Sinclair Park, Rip Rap Park, Taylorsville MetroPark, Lock 9 Park, Riverside Dr. Fairfield Middletown Miamisburg Dayton Tipp-City Troy Piqua 83.3mi 64.5mi 49.7mi 37.6mi 20.5mi 11.4mi 3.4mi	Updates & Comments Featured Review Trail Specs Maps & More Weather Forecast \| Weather Maps