Discover
Trail treasures
YOUR back yard
HISTORY ON THE TRAIL
Dave Daly, Interpretive Naturalist
The Ohio & Erie Canal had a huge impact
imagine what it would have been like to be
on the growth and success of our state.
a canal boat captain or lock operator. As
Although it ceased operation in 93, much
times have changed, boats and mules have
of its original footprint remains, including
given way to hikers and cyclists. A former
some of the old locks. Head to the Clinton
industrial thruway has become home to
Trailhead in the southwestern corner of the
a gorgeous array of plants and animals.
county, where a short walk will take you
Consider visiting the Clinton Trailhead
to two of the old locks. Built from Berea
for your next outdoor excursion and see
sandstone, these relics of the past were
history before your eyes!
instrumental in moving boats brimming with wheat, coal and other goods up and down the waterway. During the canal’s heyday the Village of Clinton rivaled Akron in size and importance. Of course, the locks are no longer operable, but standing near one you can # SMP00
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