We're bringing back Summit Lake Float!
Presented by the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition and Summit Metro Parks, the new annual event Summit Lake Float welcomes community members to experience Summit Lake through water recreation, including kayaking, canoeing and pontoon boat rides! But what's a summer float without a sweet treat? Root beer floats will be served at the event, while supplies last!
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 11
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Summit Lake NorthShore Park, 540 W. South Street, Akron
Schedule of activities
- Kayaking with Summit Metro Parks
- 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. registration required & limited spots available; 11:00 a.m. open house
- Canoeing with Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition
- 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. registration required & limited spots available; 11:00 a.m. open house
- Pontoon boat rides
- First-come, first-served, with trips starting at 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Registration for the canoeing and kayaking portion of this event will open on June 1.
Parking will be available at the Summit Lake NorthShore Park at 540 W. South Street. Overflow parking is also available at the Summit Lake Community Center (380 W. Crosier Street) or Reach Opportunity Center (390 W. Crosier Street). All participants will be required to fill out a waiver for each activity for which they choose to participate. Those under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian file a waiver in-person and participate in the activity with them.
- For more information on kayaking at the Summit Lake Nature Center, visit the Summit Metro Parks website.
- To learn more about guided canoe trips on Summit Lake, contact Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition at (330) 374-5657.