The Towpath Trail Spans The Entire City Of Cleveland

Hiking is incredible in the Greater Cleveland area. Not only is our landscape a treasure trove of biodiversity, but our local, state, and national park systems have done a spectacular job of preserving natural areas in the region. There’s only one path, however, that will boast a jaw-dropping 101 miles of trails once completed. That would be like walking from Cleveland to Columbus – an incredible 1-day 22-hour journey, Google Maps estimates. Along this trail is beauty, nature, and history galore… you must explore at least a mile of this historical trail.

Once upon a time, goods and passengers alike traveled along the Ohio & Erie Canal.

Though the canal is no longer in use, its story continues as more than two million people visit the Towpath Trail annually.

The trail starts at Harvard Road, east of Jennings, in the Cleveland Metroparks and stretches south through Summit, Stark, and Tuscarawas Counties.

Whether you're hiking, biking, or horseback riding along the trail, you'll take a journey back in time.

You will experience nature in some of the region's finest parks, including the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Cleveland Metroparks, and Summit Metro Parks.

With more than 80 miles of trail, 50 trailheads, and plenty of places to park, one could conquer this trail in sections or take it on all at once.

Some have walked or biked the entire expanse in just a few days and describe encountering nature, history, and beauty in great abundance.

You'll be surprised that such an expansive urban gem stretches across Northeastern Ohio.

Are you ready for a hike you'll never forget?

As you hike this enchanted trail, you’ll find yourself traveling back in time. You will encounter remnants of Ohio’s canal days whether you hike for one mile or all 80. Are you ready to experience this dreamy hike? Lace up your hiking boots and don’t forget a camera – we’d love to see photos of your adventure! Share them with us on our Ohio Nature Lovers Facebook group or on Instagram using #onlyincleveland for a chance to see your photos featured!

For another chance to hike through history, check out these hidden ruins in the Cleveland Metroparks.

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The Incredible Towpath Trail Spans The Entire City Of Cleveland

Nikki Rhoades

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