Brecksville Trailhead – Brecksville-Northfield Bridge loop from Brecksville

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Brecksville Trailhead – Brecksville-Northfield Bridge loop from Brecksville

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Brecksville Trailhead – Brecksville-Northfield Bridge loop from Brecksville

01:30

23.6km

190m

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: September 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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60 m

Brecksville Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

Parking, toilets, and water at the Brecksville train station for the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.

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406 m

Brecksville-Northfield Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Brecksville-Northfield Bridge replaced the Station Road Bridge in 1931. The bridge sits 145 feet above the Cuyahoga River as part of Chippewa Road.

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8.19 km

Bedford Reservation - Mars Quarry Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

A small parking area grants access to the Mars Quarry Trail. There are some rocky sections, but for the most part this is an easy offroad singletrack which leads you further into the trail network of Bedford Reservation.

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9.09 km

Bedford Reservation

Highlight • Forest

Bedford Reservation is a great place to go biking. It has miles of trails for all levels, so there is something for everyone. There are multiple parking lots and access to the paths.

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13.2 km

Tinker's Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tinker’s Creek is the largest tributary that feeds into the Cuyahoga River. The creek has carved out a steep, walled gorge. The gorge was declared a National Natural Landmark in …

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14.2 km

Bedford Reservation - Farley Trailhead

Highlight • MTB Park

There is a small parking lot here which grants access to the Bedford Reservation mountain biking trails. You have a range of trails to choose from, some of which feature …

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23.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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