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Brecksville-Northfield Bridge – Brecksville Trailhead loop from West 25th–Ohio City

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Brecksville-Northfield Bridge – Brecksville Trailhead loop from West 25th–Ohio City

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3.0

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Brecksville-Northfield Bridge – Brecksville Trailhead loop from West 25th–Ohio City

03:05

52.4km

160m

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: July 1, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 5 m for 9 m

After 52.5 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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16.1 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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18.6 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 America. There are restrooms at the trailhead which remain open, even when the center is closed.

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21.0 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 of the canal system that facilitated trade and transportation. Visitors can learn about the canal's role in local development while enjoying scenic views of the waterway and surrounding nature.

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25.8 km

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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26.1 km

Brecksville Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

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

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36.7 km

Bath House Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great place to stop and refuel, bike friendly and on the trail.

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40.1 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.

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51.6 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.

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52.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.3 km

700 m

373 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

35.5 km

16.3 km

264 m

224 m

174 m

Elevation

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Saturday 11 July

27°C

22°C

55 %

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Brecksville-Northfield Bridge – Brecksville Trailhead loop from West 25th–Ohio City

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Brecksville-Northfield Bridge – Brecksville Trailhead loop from West 25th–Ohio City

Lock 39, Ohio & Erie Canal

Canal Exploration Center, Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Lock 37, Ohio & Erie Canal

Brecksville-Northfield Bridge

Brecksville Trailhead

Bath House Café

Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

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