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Lock 29 – Cuyahoga River Bridge loop from Akron Northside

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Lock 29 – Cuyahoga River Bridge loop from Akron Northside

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Lock 29 – Cuyahoga River Bridge loop from Akron Northside

02:58

46.1km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

729 m

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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2

767 m

Cascade Valley Metropark

Highlight • Gorge

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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3

15.3 km

Beaver Marsh

Highlight • Natural

Beaver Marsh is a wildlife sanctuary which is teeming with diverse populations of species. Depending on the time of the year, you can expect to see anything from beavers, herons, …

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4

17.1 km

Szalay's Farm & Market

Highlight • Restaurant

Szalay's is a great place to stop at the beginning or end of your ride for some fresh food. Depending on the season, they will have a variety of decorations up and different activities for families.

Tip by

5

22.7 km

Lock 29

Highlight • Monument

At this small exhibit, you will find some information boards about the lock that carried the canal over the Cuyahoga River back in the day. The lock itself can be …

Tip by

6

22.8 km

Cuyahoga River Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge crosses the Cuyahoga River on the Towpath Trail, just downstream from the popular Lock 29 Trailhead.

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7

24.3 km

Wildlife Boardwalk Viewing Area

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

8

39.2 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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B

46.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.4 km

14.6 km

1.93 km

1.47 km

678 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.2 km

11.9 km

4.56 km

2.32 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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