Mantua Reservoir — Attraction in Mantua

The 4.1-mile loop around the reservoir is perfect for walking or biking. The dirt/gravel road is wide, mostly flat, and most of it is closed to cars so it is great for riding side by side or with children. (Note that if you are pulling a bike trailer with kids riding inside, there are two places where the road is gated to stop cars. Bikes can easily go around, but at one of them bikes/walkers must go through a narrow trail between rocks. Bike trailers will not fit through that spot so you'll either have to turn around at that point or remove the trailer, lift it over, and reattach.) This is a peaceful, scenic walk/ride with lots of birds, butterflies, dragonflies, mountain views, and in June, wildflowers. In the fall the colors here...

About a 4 mile hike around the reservoir. Because of the trees the view of the water is obscured most of the time. The trail is a dirt road most of the way and there were bugs at some spots. The biggest downside is the water is seemingly stagnant and stinks from time to time. Go early or late in the afternoon because, as other reviews have stated, there is little shade if you go around noonish. Peasant hike otherwise. Seems like a very good trail for...

A poor experience. I received a $75 ticket from the “town police” as a result of poorly marked restrictions. Three other vehicle owners were confused by the lack of communication of where you’re allowed to park. I paid the price... literally. When I spoke to the officer he blew it off like “oh well.” Nice job city of Mantua! If you’re thinking of stopping by this city, you may want to continue on to a city who actually cares about...