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0.0
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0.0
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Ravenna Rd.
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This is the point that Rt. 608 begins. Near here is the Greenway Corridor. It is 4.4 miles long for bicyclists & walkers. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, founded in 1827, owns a prominent place in the cultural and economic history of the United States and that of our own Lake County. Countless memorable events mark the progress and succession of the railroad during its 160-year span of operation. Original tracks linking the nation's rail system to Lake Erie were laid in Lake County in 1870 and acquired by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in the 1890's. The railroad provided freight service in and out of Painesville, moving some five million tons of coal and iron ore annually. Today, Lake Metroparks, utilizing the same route that our forefathers founded so many years ago, is proud to officially open The Greenway Trail Corridor.
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2.4
(35.7) |
1.5
(22.2) |
Concord Airport
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5.3
(32.8) |
3.3
(20.4) |
Big Creek Ski Club
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This is a private club which operates a challenging downhill ski facility for members and their guests.
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5.8
(32.3) |
3.6
(20.1) |
Geauga County
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Geauga County’s beautiful landscape and abundant natural resources have attracted waves of immigrants, from 19th century New Englanders and Amish to 20th century ethnic and suburban families. The result is a fascinating mix of past and present, rural culture and small town life, in seven school districts, sixteen townships, four villages, and one small city-all south of Lake Erie.
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10.6
(27.5) |
6.6
(17.1) |
Rt. 6
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13.2
(24.9) |
8.2
(15.5) |
Hambden Orchard Wildlife Area
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Hambden Orchard Wildlife Area has public hunting & fishing.
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19.3
(18.8) |
12.0
(11.7) |
Rt. 322 / East Claridon
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Start of Amish Country.
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22.5
(15.6) |
14.0
(9.7) |
Headwaters Park / East Branch Reservoir
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The lake is 420 acres with 7.5 miles of shoreline. Headwaters Park is a 926-acre reservation located in Claridon and Huntsburg Townships. The park is leased by Geauga Park District from the City of Akron in a partnership that allows for conservation of the natural areas, enjoyment by park visitors, and improved outdoor education and recreation opportunities, while protecting water quality for aquatic life and downstream neighbors.
Residents of the park include bald eagles, osprey, great blue herons, and loons. Boating is available with a 1.5 hp electric motor limit. Large mouth bass, pike, bluegill, and crappie fishing are features of the park which also includes a section of the Buckeye Trail.
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22.9
(15.3) |
14.2
(9.5) |
Grandview Inn & Golf Course
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This facility has a championship golf course, pool, tennis courts and is the home of the Grandview Inn Restaurant.
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23.2
(15.0) |
14.4
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Spillway for East Branch Reservoir
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26.2
(11.9) |
16.3
(7.4) |
Nauvoo Rd
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'Side Trip': Turn east here for a nice side trip. On the corner is Settler's Farm, a collection of 6 quaint shops.
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26.4
(11.7) |
16.4
(7.3) |
A&K Amish Bakery & Gift Shop
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A&K Bakery • Coblentz Furniture • Antique Mall • Iona's Quilt & Fabric Shop • Country Arts & Jewelry • Country Amish Furniture
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26.6
(11.6) |
16.5
(7.2) |
Middlefield Flea Market
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27.0
(11.1) |
16.8
(6.9) |
Granny's Basket & Boutique Gift Shop / Hickory Rockers
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27.2
(10.9) |
16.9
(6.8) |
Amish School
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Children attend school only through the 8th grade, to then follow in their parents footsteps.
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28.2
(10.0) |
17.5
(6.2) |
Countryside Furnishings
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Solid oak & cherry furniture and miscellaneous items. From here, go back to Rt.608 to continue your journey south.
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30.1
(8.0) |
18.7
(5.0) |
Rt. 608
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Go south on Rt. 608 to continue.
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30.3
(7.9) |
18.8
(4.9) |
Middlefield Cheese House
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Home of award-winning, high quality, natural Swiss Cheese.
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31.7
(6.4) |
19.7
(4.0) |
Mary Yoder's Amish Kitchen
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Authentic Amish Cooking • Bakery • Apple Butter • Maple Syrup • Quilts • Toys • Gifts...
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32.2
(6.0) |
20.0
(3.7) |
Good News
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The Good News distributes a weekly shopping guide to the surrounding area, via U.S. Postal Service. All three editions of the Good News are mailed to a total of 42,500 households.
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32.3
(5.8) |
20.1
(3.6) |
Middlefield Village / Rt. 87
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The home of one of the largest Amish communities in the nation. Tourists will find visits enjoyable in Middlefield with plenty to see and do.
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32.5
(5.6) |
20.2
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Middlefield Historical Society
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An 1818 Inn and 1874 Railroad Depot plus a caboose. History has been preserved here. Also see model railroad trains.
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33.8
(4.3) |
21.0
(2.7) |
Georgia Rd.
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'Side Trip': Turning west here for .7 miles will take you to Daydream Bison Western Store.
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36.2
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22.5
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Georgia Rd.
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Continue south on Rt.608
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36.4
(1.8) |
22.6
(1.1) |
Geauga County Airport
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The Geauga County Airport serves Middlefield and all the rest of Geauga County.
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38.1
(0.0) |
23.7
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Rt. 528
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This is where your tour ends or begins. See Rt. 528 Highway Tour for more fun places to visit.
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