Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

Overview

The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail cuts through Stark County with 26 miles of trail known as the Congressman Ralph Regula Towpath Trail. Start your adventure at any one of the 13 trailheads to enjoy scenic views of forest, farmland, and historic towns along the Tuscarawas River!

The iconic Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail connects Cleveland, Ohio to New Philadelphia, Ohio with over 90 miles of trail extending through Tuscarawas, Stark, Summit, and Cuyahoga Counties. The trail follows the 101-mile trek through the National Heritage Area as closely as possible along the original path which mules pulled canal boats full of passengers and commerce up and down the historic Ohio & Erie Canal from 1827 to 1913. Start your journey at the southernmost trailhead, Canal Lands Park, to wander through the Historic Zoar Village and gardens. Continue into the historic canal town of Canal Fulton and take a ride on the replica canal boat, the St. Helena III. Continue north through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and onward to Lake Erie in downtown Cleveland.

Feeling ambitious? Extend your trip beyond Tuscarawas County to continue along the 326-mile Ohio to Erie Trail which takes the connection from Cleveland, Ohio all the way to Cincinnati, Ohio!

Mapped location of Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail
Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail
47 West Exchange Street Akron, Ohio 44308
(330) 374-5657
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