Historic Station Road Iron Bridge — Attraction in Brecksville

Beautiful place to visit most times of the year. If you're into running or cycling, there are beautiful views either north or south along the tow path. Just about 1.5 miles south there is a fantastic hiking trail loop up in the woods that has a few nice views and a few historical landmarks. The train runs through here if you're interested in a longer distance bike ride. Hop on for like 5 bucks, get off further from your car and ride back. The brecksville reservation here is a beautiful piece of land to explore, and I'm not into it. But the fishing here seems quite popular as well. There is a place to push off into the river for those canoe and kayakers. Basically if you're into any sort of outdoor activity, here's a great place to start. Also, the fact that it has a real bathroom and seasonal water fountains...

Station Road Bridge is one of the oldest metal truss bridges. I recently found out its listed on the National Register of Historic Places. I have been coming here for years and have seen the deck slowly deteriorate. Now the bridge is re-opened with a brand new deck. There are picnic tables close to the bridge. This is a stop for the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. From the bridge, a right turn will take you to the Old Carriage Trail via the towpath. Old Carriage Trail is a 2 mile green switchback trail. This hike can be used both directions and will take around 20 minutes to complete. Turning left will take you under OH 82 that travels over the Gorge. On the way, you will pass the Mudcatcher, and an eagle's nest. Continuing on, you will be on your way to the...

The good: A clean restroom. A train station for the CVNP train. Excellent nature viewing - especially for birds. Access to to towpath. A huge parking lot. A nearby Eagle's nest viewable from the north towpath. Picture perfect views.

The not so good: I go here to birdwatch and to relax, but this may be one of the most popular places in the entire park. There are a few picnic tables, not many, but this is more of a place to start your visit rather than hae a picnic. In peak good weather and weekends, the towpath can be quite crowded, so pay attention.

As a nature lover and bird watcher, this is one of my two favorite places to be. Worth the visit - over...