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There's Plenty of Action in Akron

Perhaps the most iconic hub of Akron activity is the nearby Cuyahoga National Park, located on the banks of the Cuyahoga River. Native Americans named the river the Crooked River, and guests can test their adrenaline levels on the river's 6.8 miles of whitewater rapids. The rapid is labeled a class1, so it's safe for the whole family. For those who prefer to stay on land, the park offers plenty of dry alternatives. There are miles of bike paths to choose from, including the Bike... Read More »

Akron Zoo is Great for Animals Lovers

Animal Magnetism The 50-acre Akron Zoological Park houses more than 700 animals, including the endangered Humboldt penguins, snow leopards, Sumatran tigers, jaguars and Komodo dragons and draws more than 150,000 visitors a year. The zoo is one of only 218 accredited world conservation zoos by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The zoo has undergone numerous expansions since the founding of the Akron Children’s Zoo in 1953. In 2005, the zoo underwent the largest expansion in its history with... Read More »
Canal Park in Akron, OH

Canal Park Stadium in Akron, OH

Canal Park Canal Park in Akron, OH, is home to the Akron Aeros of the Eastern League, a Class AA minor league affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. The stadium takes its name from its location adjacent to the Ohio and Erie Canal, which runs behind the left-field wall. The stadium is designed as a single deck with the concourse at the top, and all seats for Aeros games are sold for one price regardless of number of rows from the field. The stadium features 25 luxury boxes and a digital scoreboard... Read More »