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Cascade Valley Metropark – Nice covered bridge loop from Botzum

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Cascade Valley Metropark – Nice covered bridge loop from Botzum

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Cascade Valley Metropark – Nice covered bridge loop from Botzum

01:36

24.7km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.99 km

The Rabbit Hole

Highlight • Pub

Missing Falls is a local brewery with a spacious seating area in the heart of downtown Akron. This location previously belonged to R Shea Brewing, which closed in 2024.

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5.30 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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10.8 km

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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11.1 km

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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12.7 km

Akronym Brewery

Highlight • Pub

13.4 km

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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18.8 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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24.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.3 km

9.73 km

1.49 km

682 m

249 m

160 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.53 km

7.69 km

4.95 km

2.26 km

251 m

Elevation

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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Cascade Valley Metropark – Nice covered bridge loop from Botzum

The Rabbit Hole

Section of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

Lock 15 Brewing Company

Cascade Locks at Cascade Valley Metro Park