Hike Hemlock Trail - Independence

FOLKS DON’T FORGET THE TIME CHANGE!
We are "OFF trail" for a good bit and found it somewhat rugged & challenging, (also consider this if you are bringing dogs). The hike will be short of 5 miles but there will be a 3.5 mile option,
We'll also check on the progress West Creek Conservancy is making at the former Haydite Mine site, (from the main gate) who's task is to restore the land back to it's natural state. They will be turning this land over to CVNP soon.

6801 Brecksville Rd (Cleveland Clinic Business Operation Center)
Independence OH 44131

PARKING: Drive to the rear of the Cleveland Clinic lot (1/4mile), Keep right, right hand side & park in the rear next to the asphalt trail.

HEMLOCK TRAIL & ADJACENT AREA
Newest Towpath Connector Trail through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. We will take the Hemlock Trail down to the bridge over the Cuyahoga River. On the way back we will go into the woods adjacent to the asphalt path, see what locals call the blue hole, see the cascading waters of the upper Hemlock creek & enjoy surrounding areas of the CVNP. About 4 miles +

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Lunch at Winking Lizard - Independence
6111 Quarry Lane 44131

See attached picture of the sign at the entrance to the parking lot.

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