Take the Towpath
Walk, run or bike a section of the historic trail as it follows the canal and river through the valley.
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THE CITY'S GREEN GATEWAY
Merriman Valley
Merriman Valley is where Akron exhales—a river corridor of trailheads, wooded slopes and easy access to the landscapes that define Northeast Ohio.
AKRON / MERRIMAN VALLEY
THE FEEL
Meet the
neighborhood.
The Cuyahoga River and Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath shape this low, green stretch between Akron and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Bring shoes you do not mind getting dusty.
MAKE A DAY OF IT
Three ways
to find its rhythm.
No rigid itinerary required. Use these as starting points, then leave room to wander.
Find the overlook
Nearby parklands offer river views, forest paths and changing scenery in every season.
Refuel nearby
Turn the outing into a full day with a relaxed meal or coffee before heading back into the city.
GOOD FOR
- Trail days
- Cycling
- River scenery
- National park access
KEEP EXPLORING
Continue north into Cuyahoga Valley National Park, or follow the valley south toward Northside and downtown Akron.
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