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Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation – Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal loop from West 25th–Ohio City

Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation – Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal loop from West 25th–Ohio City

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Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation – Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal loop from West 25th–Ohio City

01:46

37.2km

140m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 5 m for 9 m

After 37.2 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.79 km

Steelyard Heritage Center

Highlight • Historical Site

Interesting artifacts showing the history of steelmaking in Cleveland.

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9.28 km

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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9.92 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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16.1 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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18.6 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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26.1 km

Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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37.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.0 km

1.74 km

385 m

112 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.6 km

17.0 km

264 m

224 m

195 m

Elevation

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Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation – Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal loop from West 25th–Ohio City

Steelyard Heritage Center