This long ride travels through unglaciated Ohio which means it is very hilly. It passes Tappan and Leesville Lake Parks. The terrain is full of lakes, farmland and woods. Most of the roads have light traffic but are narrow. You should plan a full day for this trip.

The Wheeling Heritage Trails travels along the former Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Traveling along the Ohio river the trail is relatively flat and paved. This trail passes some industrial areas and does not offer a lot of shade. This trail has sections where it travels along roads with fast moving traffic. There is a huge variety of wildlife along this trail including, deer, squirrels, chipmunks and birds. This trail is wheelchair accessible.

The Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail is an excellent rail to trail. It offers a pleasant ride through mature wetlands and old industrial areas. You will ride under a covered bridge as the trail parallels the Middle Fork of Little Beaver Creek. Enjoy wildflife and interseting glacial outwashes.

If you like hills you will love this ride. Beginning in Albany you'll travel through woods, farmland, creeks and ponds. The scenery is beautiful year round with spring wildflowers and bright colors during the fall. Traffic is light except in Albany.

Blackhand Gorge has some of the most beautiful scenery in Ohio. The woods are thick and there is green moss and wild ferns that grow from the cliff formations. A flowing river trickles over rock ledges and rock formations. The trail is used by hikers, runners, bikers and even cross-country skiing in the winter.

This terrain is some of the most scenic in the state. The quick out-and-back takes you through Shawnee State Park where you will see a variety of trees, wildflowers, and butterflies.

This classic route begins in the parking lot of the Anderson Ferry. You will ride along the Kentucky side of the Ohio River. Views are excellent of the river and the surrounding farmland. It is mostly flat with a few rolling hills.

Beginning in New Rome, this ride follows mostly residential roads passing by a few parks. You will ride through the town of Galloway and then turn back at Lilly Chapel.

The Olentangy Trail is a popular path that travels through several parks and Ohio State University. It is scenic and has lots of shade. You will parallel the river bank for most of the route. There are several places to pick up the trail or shorten your route. The trail does get crowded especially on the weekends.

The Conotton Creek Trail travels through wooded large hills with spotted farmland. The trail opened in 2000 and parallels Conotton Creek and an active railroad. It begins in Bowerston and ends in Jewett. There is good opportunity to see wildlife along the way.