THE METROPARKS BICYCLE TOUR offers you the opportunity to visit up to four scenic, wooded, Toledo Metroparks and view the historic Maumee River. There are three routes: a 15 mile route through Oak Openings; a 31 mile route to Fallen Timbers Monument, plus Oak Openings and Farnsworth Parks; and a 62 mile route which also goes to Secor Park. SAG service for emergencies or non-repairable breakdowns.

Downloadable GPS route files will be available once the routes are confirmed.

WHERE: Tour will begin at Fallen Timbers Middle School at 6119 Finzel Rd. in Whitehouse, Ohio . From I-475, exit to US-24 towards the south west (towards Napoleon). At exit #63, take OH-64 toward Whitehouse. Finzel is the first road to the right off OH-64. The school is 1 mile ahead on right.

WHEN: Registration will be open at 7 AM to 10 AM on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Longer distance riders should start early.

FOOD: Snack stops on all routes. Lunch for the 62 mile and 31 mile riders in the park along the beautiful, tranquil Maumee River at Farnsworth.

CHILDREN are encouraged to participate to the extent of their abilities. All riders under the age of 18 must have a  release form signed by parent or guardian. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

LODGING: Hotels and campsites: Metroparks Tour Accommodations.pdf

HELMETS: All riders are required to wear an ANSI/Snell/CPSC approved helmet while riding.

SAFETY: Ohio law regards the bicycle as a vehicle. The same rules apply to a bicyclist or a motorist. This means riding WITH traffic, stopping at all stop signs and red lights and giving hand signals to indicate turns. Be courteous to motorists and move to the right to permit vehicles to pass if you feel it is safe to do so. Safety is YOUR reponsibility.

On-line registration will close at midnight on July 17. Day-of registration will be available with increased fees: Adult 62/31- $40 (Members $38), Adult 15 - $20, Youth 13-17 - $15 and Child 6-12 - $5