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Freedom Trail – Cuyahoga River loop from Bike and Hike Trail Parking

Freedom Trail – Cuyahoga River loop from Bike and Hike Trail Parking

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Freedom Trail – Cuyahoga River loop from Bike and Hike Trail Parking

02:38

56.9km

320m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 12, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 29.8 km for 60 m

After 49.4 km for 61 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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7.35 km

Cuyahoga River Overlook at Brust Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Burst Park sits on the north bank of the Cuyahoga River and features an open-air gazebo, restrooms, and a nearby river overlook.

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14.0 km

Kent boardwalk along Cuyahoga River

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This section of the Portage Hike & Bike Trail gives you a view over the Cuyahoga River as you ride along the boardwalk.

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16.4 km

Freedom Trail — Middlebury Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This is a great access point to the Freedom Trail between Kent and Akron. From here you'll have miles of trail to explore and discover new areas that will leave you wanting to return again and again.

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29.9 km

The Freedom Trail was built on an unused section of railroad to connect the people of Kent and Akron. Along the way you'll pass through parks, along rivers and lakes, and have a good chance at spotting some wildlife.

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43.7 km

Bridge over Cuyahoga River

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This new pedestrian bridge offers access to the Freedom Trail over the Cuyahoga river from Middlebury Road.

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49.4 km

Cuyahoga River Observation Deck

Highlight • Viewpoint

This small observation deck is equipped with benches and offers great place to stop and enjoy a very relaxing view of the Cuyahoga River.

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51.3 km

Cuyahoga River

Highlight • River

The Cuyahoga River is located in northeast Ohio and flows into Lake Erie. The river supports many species of fish, birds, and amphibians. Thanks to the 1972 Clean Water Act, …

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56.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

47.7 km

3.52 km

2.68 km

1.92 km

694 m

445 m

Surfaces

40.3 km

15.4 km

874 m

367 m

Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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Wednesday 15 July

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Freedom Trail – Cuyahoga River loop from Bike and Hike Trail Parking

Cuyahoga River Overlook at Brust Park

Kent boardwalk along Cuyahoga River

Freedom Trail — Middlebury Trailhead

Akron Art

Freedom Trail

Bridge over Cuyahoga River

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