AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Ohio & Erie Canalway

Ohio
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Chugging along the Canal · Public Domain. Photo supplied by the Cuyahoga Scenic Valley Railroad · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

The Ohio & Erie Canalway is a place to actively explore and experience the stories of our past, present, and future on trails, trains, and scenic byways, in canal towns and ethnic neighborhoods, along working rivers and great lakes, within industrial landscapes and vibrant natural areas.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
The sleek-looking train of the Cuyahoga Scenic Valley Railroad traverses under a majestic bridge, past glassy water, and through lush foliage.
Chugging along the Canal
Public Domain. Photo supplied by the Cuyahoga Scenic Valley Railroad · Photo credits
A canal behind the Canal Visitor Center in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is partially iced over during the winter. There is snow on the ground, and the remote sun is setting.
Icy River at Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Public Domain. Photo by Dennis Adams of FHWA · Photo credits

Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.