If you live close by and are looking for a relatively quiet and straight forward walking/biking path then this is a great option for you. The trail starts in Mantua & ends in downtown Garrettsville(just behind the Mill restaurant), each section is divided into three gravel paths that were former railroad corridors. You will be surrounded by various species of trees, swamps and fields. The second section of the path even looks a little like Nelson Ledges with its beautiful carved stones. But due to the swamps & the Cuyahoga River being almost directly next to these paths, you need a really good bug repellant! And plenty of sun screen as the first section of the path(in Mantua) is very sunny despite all the trees. The only downside is that if you start off in Mantua, the path is directly next to a rubber factory that smells terrible! And you’ll also pass a random storage unit facility but the walk is somewhat scenic other than that. I used to walk here every day after work to help maintain my weight, it is very straight and flat for those of you who have difficulty walking… you could probably use a motorized wheelchair if need be without getting stuck. It is also very clean and not a high traffic area. There’s also a playground, shelter/pinic area and basketball court near the Mantua Village Park(on East High Street. Garrettsville Villiage Park is on State Route 700 in Hiram Twp.).
