Explore the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and all its Autumn wonder when you participate in the Goodyear Towpath Trek! Individuals and families are invited to hike (or bike) four sections of the Towpath Trail and earn a dated, commemorative pin in collaboration with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company to celebrate your success!
Program runs September 1 - November 30, 2026
2026 Goodyear Towpath Treks:
- Ira Road to Botzum Trailhead (4 miles round trip)
- Richard Howe House Visitors Center to Summit Lake (3.5 mi round trip)
- Lake Avenue to Tremont Avenue (2.8 mi round trip)
- McDonnell Trailhead to Fort Laurens Memorial (5.8 mi round trip)
Claiming your participation pin (Links to be shared before the program):
- Fill out the paper submission form. Bring the form to pick up your pin at our Akron office. Mail your form with cash or a check, c/o Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition, to 47 West Exchange Street, Akron, OH 44313 to request your pin(s) be mailed for a $5.00 fee. You may also call the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition at (330) 374-5657 to pay over the phone.
- Fill out the online submission form to document your participation. Pay the $5.00 fee through the form to request your pin(s) be mailed to you.
Please call (330) 374-5657 with any questions. Towpath Treks are intended to be primarily hikes but bicycling and shortened treks for accessibility are accepted.