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Nice covered bridge – Szalay's Farm & Market loop from Akron Northside

Nice covered bridge – Szalay's Farm & Market loop from Akron Northside

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Nice covered bridge – Szalay's Farm & Market loop from Akron Northside

02:11

42.2km

170m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

729 m

Nice covered bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This Covered Bridge is a popular spot along the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail. It is located just before the Cascade Locks Area of the Cascade Valley Metro Park.

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2

767 m

Cascade Valley Metropark

Highlight • Gorge

Cascade Valley Park is a 526-acre park and gets its name from the small river cascades that can be seen throughout the park. The park offers the Cascade Valley Overlook, which is referred to as the "Grand Canyon of Ohio".

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3

927 m

Cascade Locks at Cascade Valley Metro Park

Highlight • Monument

The Cascade Locks Area of the Cascade Valley Metro Park is just outside downtown Akron. This is the area where the Ohio and Erie Canal empties into the Cuyahoga River.

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4

2.89 km

Section of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This part of the popular Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail leads from Memorial Parkway in Akron up to the northern section of Cascade Valley Metro Park. A big part …

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5

16.7 km

Szalay's Farm & Market

Highlight • Restaurant

Szalay's is a great place to stop at the beginning or end of your ride for some fresh food. Depending on the season, they will have a variety of decorations up and different activities for families.

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6

27.4 km

Beaver Statues at Ira Trailhead

Highlight • Monument

Located at the Ira Trailhead, you can find a collection of carved beaver statues. These statues are to show what is to see at Beaver Marsh, located just up the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.

Tip by

7

36.1 km

Big Bend Towpath Campsite at Sand Run Metro Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Primitive camping is available at the Big Bend trailhead. Only one night stays are allowed and fires are not permitted.

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8

41.7 km

Dirty River Bicycle Works

Highlight • Rest Area

This is a fantastic bike shop! They will take expert care of you! All the top brands too!
21 Furnace St
Akron, Ohio 44308
330.990.9300

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B

42.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.5 km

11.0 km

9.60 km

1.57 km

1.31 km

320 m

Surfaces

18.4 km

17.1 km

3.43 km

2.38 km

952 m

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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