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Towpath Trail (Cuyahoga Valley)

  • DistanceUp to 20 miles (32 km) one-way through the park; most visitors do 3–8 mile sections
  • Duration1–6 hours depending on section
  • ElevationMinimal (flat towpath along Cuyahoga River)
  • Rating★ 4.7
  • TransportPark at Peninsula Trailhead (1628 Mill St, Peninsula) or Jaite Trailhead; Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad ($26–42) allows bikes and drops off/picks up at trail access points
Towpath Trail (Cuyahoga Valley)

Trail facts

Trail area
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Best season
Year-round; fall foliage October; spring wildflowers April

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes or bike
  • Water
  • Snacks

Location

Peninsula Trailhead, 1628 Mill St, Peninsula, OH 44264

41.2320, -81.5611 View on map