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- Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail<\/a>\u2014a restored 87-mile section of the canal\u2019s original towpath. Check out the historic locks along the way.<\/li>\n
- The Ledges at Virginia Kendall<\/a>\u2014ancient sandstone formations create a dramatic and dog-friendly spot for hiking. Catch the sunset from the Overlook. For more ledges, check out our list.<\/li>\n
- The Inn at Brandywine Falls<\/a>\u2014Overlooking a 67-foot waterfall, the inn was built in 1848 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. CNN listed it among its favorite park lodges.<\/li>\n
- The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad<\/a> runs between Akron and Independence to the north. Download the Train Tracker app for an audio tour as you ride. Bring a bike on board, hop off and take on the trains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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- The Ledges at Virginia Kendall<\/a>\u2014ancient sandstone formations create a dramatic and dog-friendly spot for hiking. Catch the sunset from the Overlook. For more ledges, check out our list.<\/li>\n