Canal Towpath Run

Every now and then, I think it's good to get off the beaten path on a run. For me in Indianapolis. that means running on the Central Canal Towpath. This path was created in the 19th century as a waterway within the city.

As you can tell from the picture, it's a crushed limestone path that anyone can use. Yesterday I shared the path with bikers and runners, and the occasional turtles. Of course the turtles were working hard to keep up with me.

The path is 5.23 miles, starting in the Broad Ripple area, and ventures towards 30th St. You go through the woods behind Butler University and near the Indianapolis Museum of Art. I started in the Rocky Ripple neighborhood, and turned around right before the art museum. I also veered towards Butler University. I ran 3 miles.

Running on the towpath is very serene and calm. All I heard was the crunch of the limestone as I ran. Typically I run slower on this surface, and I was fine with that. This was about getting in a run, and enjoying it.

I encourage all my Indy friends to go for a run on the towpath....you'll love it.

Charlie