Red Lock Trailhead River Access

There is a sign about the water trail near the drop-off area at Red Lock Trailhead River Access.

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Quick Facts

Location:

Park at Red Lock Trailhead, 1175 Highland Road, Sagamore Hills, Ohio 44067. Follow the Towpath Trail across the road and turn right to access the river by the bridge.

Significance:

Provides paddlers with access to the Cuyahoga River Water Trail.

Designation:

Cuyahoga River Water Trail, National Water Trail

Amenities

3 listed

Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Parking - Auto, Trailhead

Red Lock Trailhead

Cuyahoga River access map

This site allows access to a section of the Cuyahoga River Water Trail that is suitable for beginners.

Things to Know for Paddlers

• Paved parking lot, pit toilet, hiking and biking trail.
• Dropoff in the gravel access drive at the southeast corner of the Vaughn/Highland Road bridge. Park at Red Lock Trailhead.
• Dropoff/pickup 250 feet from water’s edge (longer than usual).
• Pedal/Paddle option. Use the Towpath Trail to bike/run/walk back from Station Road Bridge Trailhead.
• Class I downstream paddle to Station Road Bridge Trailhead involves no permanent hazards.