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From Lake Erie North to the shores of the Tuscarawas River South...

and 110 miles in between, the natural beauty, cultural richness and historical significance of the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area can be found traveling along the iconic Towpath Trail, riding aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, or taking a picturesque drive along our nationally designated America’s Byway. 

Working Together & Making a Difference

Within our borders - stretching from Cleveland to New Philadelphia - you’ll find the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, the County Park Districts of Cuyahoga, Summit, Stark and Tuscarawas Counties all working together with the Ohio & Erie Canalway, its communities and organizations to restore, build and replenish the cultural, historical, natural and recreational resources of the region that collectively tell the story of a canal that helped Ohio and the nation grow.

Annually, more than 2.5 million Americans find their way to the iconic 81+ mile Towpath Trail running through the heart of the Canalway. The historic Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and the signed America’s Byway route offer additional Canalway travel options through the area.


Learn more about our core partners here.


Cuyahoga Valley National Park 

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

County Park Districts 
   Cleveland Metroparks 
   Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 
   Stark County Park District 
   Tuscarawas County Park Department

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