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Cuyahoga County
Cleveland

Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal – Bath House Café loop from A Christmas Story House Museum

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Ohio
Cuyahoga County
Cleveland

Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal – Bath House Café loop from A Christmas Story House Museum

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Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal – Bath House Café loop from A Christmas Story House Museum

01:47

30.7km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

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5.98 km

Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

Highlight • Trail

The Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation is a 4.4 mile long nature preserve along the Cuyahoga River. The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail runs through the park, so you get a great look at the beautiful green area.

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2

6.63 km

Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

From 1827 to 1913, this path was used for mules to pull canal boats with passengers along the Ohio & Erie Canal. The trail follows the path as closely as possible, with plenty of trails and areas to explore.

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12.8 km

Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal

Highlight • Historical Site

The now-overgrown lock was once an integral part of the Ohio & Erie Canal. A sign by on the towpath tells the history of the old lock.

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15.4 km

Canal Exploration Center, Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Highlight • Historical Site

The Exploration Center is well worth a visit if you are venturing out on the O&E Towpath. The center is small, but holds a lot of history from mid-19th century …

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5

18.4 km

Bath House Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great place to stop and refuel, bike friendly and on the trail.

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6

22.8 km

Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

From 1827 to 1913, this path was used for mules to pull canal boats with passengers along the Ohio & Erie Canal. The trail follows the path as closely as possible, with plenty of trails and areas to explore.

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30.7 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

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29.8 km

751 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.4 km

10.3 km

751 m

264 m

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