For every $1 of Summit County money, an additional $12 is leveraged in federal, state and local investment.
Trail connectivity is a key goal for partners across Summit County, as outlined in the Summit County Trail & Greenway Plan. This plan identifies potential trails and greenways in Summit County, along with their connections to the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and other trail and greenway networks.
Since 2001, Summit County Executives and Summit County Council have supported this popular trail and greenspace plan by dedicating money toward grant projects identified on the plan. The Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition is proud to facilitate this grant program on behalf of Summit County, and work with partners to continue development of our trail networks.
Click the button below to view and download the plan.
Learn more about supported Summit County trail projects by clicking the icons on the map below.
Summit County Trail Grant Program
The 2022 application process is now open. The application and more information can be found below.The deadline to apply is March 25th.
What is the Summit County Trail Grant Program?
Contact George Ebey with any questions.
Rubber City Heritage Trail
The proposed Rubber City Heritage Trail spans 6 miles through Akron, linking historic rubber companies between the city’s east and south ends via an abandoned railway which is largely owned by the City of Akron. The trail will begin near the former Goodyear campus on Market Street in Middlebury, extend toward The University of Akron campus, and move southeast to connect with the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail in Kenmore. Weaving its way through several Akron neighborhoods, the Rubber City Heritage Trail is an exciting project which will offer Akron residents a unique, new way to commute around the city.