The East Rim Trail system has stunning views, varied terrain, exciting obstacles, and an element of adventure. The four trails are designed for intermediate mountain bikers. Hikers and runners can explore them too.
The map shows the layout. Everyone is advised to use extra caution. Note that the direction of one-way travel on these loops varies by day of the week. Rules and safety information is posted at the access points off the Bike & Hike Trail. Daily status is posted at the East Rim Trailhead. Expect the system to be closed in wet or icy conditions. Click the drop-down menus in the Details section for the pet and service animal policy, address, and operating hours.
Teamwork
The East Rim Trails project is the result of a strong partnership between the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the National Park Service, and the Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA). CAMBA volunteers help with trail building and maintenance. They also provide National Mountain Bike Patrol members who assist and educate all trail users on the East Rim Trails.
Read more about how this project developed, including its timeline.
Other Opportunities
Our partners provide two nearby systems that offer a range of experiences. Summit Metro Parks manages a mountain bike area at Hampton Hills Metro Park. This network includes trails rated beginner, moderate, and intermediate. Cleveland Metroparks manages a single track network at Bedford Reservation. This has choices rated beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Their link includes other nearby mountain biking options at Ohio & Erie Canal and West Creek reservations.
There are more distant opportunities offered by Lake Metroparks, Stark Parks, Findley State Park, Mohican State Park, the City of Medina, Camp Tuscazoar, and Vultures Knob.
East Rim Trail System
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service