Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

Hike, bike or walk the Towpath Trail on the reservation. Stop at the CanalWay Center.

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People riding bikes and a child fishing
Child fishing
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The Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation stretches through the villages of Cuyahoga Heights and Valley View and other surrounding communities. The reservation follows a portion of its namesake, the historic 309-mile Ohio and Erie Canal. Together with the Cuyahoga River, the northernmost remaining 4.4 miles of watered canal provides wildlife management areas, fishing opportunities and scenic beauty. Picnicking, hiking trails, a 7.2-mile All Purpose Trail, and unique natural and cultural heritage of this valley are also featured in this reservation.

Discover the unique blend of industrial valley and up close nature along the paved Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath.This reservation provides opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, visiting a nature center, exploring a National Heritage corridor and wildlife viewing. Amidst the surrounding industrial area, this reservation has been naturally reclaimed to support thriving habitats including wetlands, forests, the Cuyahoga River and flowing canal.

Activities

Amenities

  • Ball Field

  • Drinking Fountain

  • Electricity

  • Grills

  • Horseshoe Pits

  • Information / Assistance

  • Parking

  • Picnic Tables

  • Play Area

  • Restrooms

  • Volleyball Courts

Attractions

  • Aqueduct Gateway Trailhead

    Aqueduct Gateway Trailhead
    From this location cross Canal Road over to the Ohio & Erie Canal to inspect the Aqueduct along the Towpath Trail or take the trail by the ball...
  • CanalWay Center Trailhead

    CanalWay Center Trailhead
    Take the trail down into the Cuyahoga River Valley. The Blue Heron Boardwalk, beavers and more can be found along your journey to the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation.
  • Cleveland-Cliffs Bike Park

    Cleveland-Cliffs Bike Park
    The new outdoor complex includes several first-of-its-kind features in the region including a public-use paved pump track, outdoor competition course, professional paved jump line and youth-focused bi...

Facilities

  • CanalWay Center

    CanalWay Center
    Visit the center to discover the connection between nature and history. Whether you are looking for a place to relax, find out about recreation opportunities or enjoy an educational program, you shoul...
  • CanalWay Center Picnic Area

    CanalWay Center Picnic Area
    CanalWay Center Picnic Area is located on Whittlesey Way, off the East 49th Street entrance of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, between Grant Avenue and Canal Road in Cuyahoga Heights.
  • Morgan's Hollow Picnic Area

    Morgan's Hollow Picnic Area
    Morgan's Hollow Reserved Picnic Area is located off of Whittlesey Way off of E.49th Street entrance of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, south of Grant Avenue in Cuyahoga Heights. Features: large ope...