Freedom Trail – John Brown Tannery Park loop from Tallmadge

Freedom Trail – John Brown Tannery Park loop from Tallmadge

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Freedom Trail – John Brown Tannery Park loop from Tallmadge

01:00

22.6km

90m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. 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: August 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 12.4 km for 57 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.28 km

Freedom Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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3.85 km

Big RR bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

One of several bridges along the Freedom Trail, This bridge runs by some old Railroad Tracks over North Munroe Road.

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6.06 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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9.54 km

John Brown Tannery Park

Highlight • Historical Site

This park sits on the former site of a tannery built by abolitionist John Brown and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The park offers a gazebo …

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10.1 km

Belltower Brewing

Highlight • Pub

"Beer is proof that god loves us and wants us to be happy." That quote is often attributed to Benjamin Franklin, though there is debate as to whether or not …

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10.8 km

Portage Bike Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Portage Bike Trails are an east-west link between the major trail systems in Northeast Ohio. The western section follows the Cuyahoga River and the old P&O Canal.

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14.2 km