Due to COVID-19, this event begins June 1, with an option to complete your trails ONLINE! Join us for this award-winning activity for people of all abilities!
First-year hikers earn a neck lanyard and commemorative pin. Veteran hikers earn the commemorative pin. Hikes are FREE for all participants. Out-of-county residents pay to receive their rewards ($10 for first-year hikers, $5 for veteran hikers).
1. Sign up below
2. Download your participant form
3. Complete five hikes in the designated timeframe — on five different trails, the same trail or any combination of trails — to receive a reward. This year only, you may choose to view your hikes online rather than completing them in person.
4. Update your form as you hike or view your chosen trails
5. When you've completed a minimum of five hikes, drop off the form to receive your rewards (see below for details)
Enjoy your Metro Parks on flat, easy trails — good for strollers, wheelchairs, walkers and canes.
Download Trail Map 331 Barlow Rd., Hudson 44236
Trail surface is asphalt and the grade is flat. There is a slight grade after 1/4 mile, where participants have to cross a very quiet residential street to continue on the trail. There is one bench at the trailhead near the kiosk, but no restrooms.
Download Trail Map 1765 Northeast Ave., Tallmadge 44278
One of our newest trails, the surface of the Freedom Trail is asphalt and the grade is flat. There is one bench at the trailhead near the kiosk, but no restrooms.
Download Trail Map 1337 Merriman Rd., Akron 44313
Trail surface is crushed limestone with very little grade. Participants must cross railroad tracks near the trailhead. At approximately 1,800 feet there is a bridge with a slight grade. Benches can be found near the trailhead and at about 1/2 mile. Accessible restrooms are available.
Download Trail Map 2328 Center Rd., New Franklin 44216
Trail surface is crushed limestone and the grade is flat. There is a bench near the trailhead and one along the trail near the Pancake Creek Bridge. Accessible restrooms are available.
Download Trail Map 2749 North St., Clinton 44216
Trail surface is mostly asphalt and the grade is flat. There is a bench near the trailhead and two near the observation platform near Locks 2 and 3. Accessible restrooms are available.
Download Trail Map 354 Sackett Ave., Akron 44313
The flat, paved Overlook Trail provides spectacular views of the Cuyahoga River and the oxbow found 125 feet below the Overlook Deck. Accessible restrooms are available.
Download Trail Map 1828 Smith Rd., Akron 44313
The spree trail at the Nature Realm is the loop through the rock and herb garden. Total distance from the kiosk and back is 1/8 mile. Trail surface varies between concrete and brick. There is plenty of seating available in the garden. Accessible restrooms are located at the visitors center. *No pets allowed at the Nature Realm.
Download Trail Map 4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield 44286
The accessible portion of this trail is to the trailhead sign and back (slightly more than 1/8 mile, round trip) and the surface is brick and crushed limestone. After approximately 850 feet the trail becomes more rugged and has a dirt surface. Accessible restrooms are available, as are non-accessible picnic tables.
Download Trail Map 550 Frazier Ave., Akron 44305
The accessible portion of this trail (approximately 1/2 mile, round trip) is crushed limestone and the turnaround point is Alder Pond. Benches overlook the pond. Accessible restrooms and picnic tables are available.
Download Trail Map 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg 44087
The flat, easy and paved Maple Loop Trail begins near the parking lot and travels through the beech-maple woods. Be sure to stop in the fully-accessible nature center!
Download Trail Map 1088 North Ave., Tallmadge 44278
The Meadow Loop is a paved .35-mile trail that loops near the parking lot. An accessible restroom, open-air picnic shelter and two benches are located at the trailhead.
Download Trail Map 1300 Sand Run Pkwy., Akron 44313
Trail surface is crushed limestone. Grade is generally flat, although there are some slight gradations. At the 1/2-mile mark, the grade approaches 5%. There is a bench near the start of the trail. An accessible restroom is available, but hikers will have to travel through the parking area to reach it.
Hike five or more trails to receive a lanyard and pin. (Veteran hikers earn a pin.)
We have safe, outdoor pickup! Bring your completed form:
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm Welcome Kiosk (near the parking lot) 1828 Smith Rd., Akron 44313 Weather permitting, Tuesdays, Fridays & select weekend dates* June 23-August 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. *July 18, July 26, August 15 & August 23 Liberty Park Nature Center 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg 44087 Weather permitting, Sunday August 2 and Monday, August 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. In case of inclement weather, call 330-865-8060 to confirm event status. Credit card payment only for out-of-county hikers. Forms cannot be redeemed after August 28, 2020.
The information kiosk is the starting point at each trailhead and includes a legend with the following symbols:
Mileage markers are provided as an aid. You do not need to hike any prescribed length to receive spree credit.
Please check back in May 2021 to download your form and sign up for this event!
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