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Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal – Lock 37, Ohio & Erie Canal loop from Brecksville

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Cuyahoga County

Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal – Lock 37, Ohio & Erie Canal loop from Brecksville

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Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal – Lock 37, Ohio & Erie Canal loop from Brecksville

02:38

56.6km

330m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 30, 2026

Tips

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

18.0 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.

Tip by

2

20.9 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.

Tip by

3

26.4 km

Steelyard Heritage Center

Highlight • Historical Site

Interesting artifacts showing the history of steelmaking in Cleveland.

Tip by

4

29.1 km

Cleveland Script Sign - Tremont

Highlight • Monument

You will find these Cleveland script signs scattered around the city. They are a great place to snap some memorable photos with great backdrops of the city.

Tip by

5

38.3 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.

Tip by

6

44.2 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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7

46.8 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 …

Tip by

8

49.3 km

Lock 37, Ohio & Erie Canal

Highlight • Historical Site

Lock 37, located along the Ohio & Erie Canal in Cleveland, offers a glimpse into the region's rich canal history. The site features a preserved lock, which was once part …

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B

56.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.5 km

17.1 km

2.22 km

802 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.7 km

22.8 km

206 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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