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Deer Lick Cave Loop Trail

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  2. OH
  3. …Northeast Ohio
  4. Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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“A wooded loop around the Brecksville Reservation that includes multiple creeks. ”

Christine Esswein
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3.8

Miles

6.1

KM

Loop

856' 261 m

High

659' 201 m

Low

434' 132 m

Up

439' 134 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (3°)

16%

Max Grade (9°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Fall Colors · River/Creek · Spring · Wildlife

Family Friendly An moderate trail with many features along the way.

Overview

Nearing 4 miles, this loop hike leads visitors through some of the most beautiful, rolling terrain in the park. While many trails see high visitor traffic, this trail offers a more secluded route, perfect for those looking to spend some time away from the city.

Description

The Deer Lick Cave Loop Trail is a nice wooded trail through the Brecksville Reservation. A portion of the trail follows the Valley Parkway which is a good place to start the trail since there is parking along that road. The trailhead along this road is also where the Deer Lick Cave is. As you head north along the parkway, you meet up with Chippewa Creek Drive, which is another good access point. There is a picnic area here near the trail.

A portion of this trail is shared with the Bridle Trail, so watch your step. Also, the trail can be muddy and slick during wet conditions. Generally, this whole loop is fairly mellow, and there won't be too many big strenuous hills, though the terrain is rolling. The loop is fairly well maintained and enjoyable.

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Land Manager: Cleveland MetroParks

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Christine Esswein
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  4.1 from 27 votes

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in Cuyahoga Valley National Park

#636

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Deer Lick Cave
May 4, 2016 near Brecksv…, OH
Eastern part of the trail along Valley Parkway
May 4, 2016 near Brecksv…, OH
The trail crosses straight through this picnic area and continues on the other side.
May 4, 2016 near Brecksv…, OH

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Oct 19, 2024
Sarah Wagoner
We only walked to the cave and back around to where we had parked. We did not complete the 4 mile loop.
Aug 17, 2024
Andrea Turk
3.8mi
Sep 17, 2023
Katie Banchek
9/17/2023
Aug 19, 2023
Jaclyn Core
Jul 23, 2023
Matthew Kocanda
Jun 20, 2023
Toni G
4mi — 1h 45m
Jun 4, 2023
Elisabeth Logan
Feb 15, 2023
John Pierson

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