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Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

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

Ohio & Erie Canal Summer Camp Fishing

Caterpillar Statue at Ohio & Erie Canal

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.

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Play Area
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Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

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