Cleveland On Foot 4th Edition by Patience Hoskins

Cleveland On Foot 4th Edition

50 Walks and Hikes in Greater Cleveland

by Patience Cameron Hoskins

Format: Softcover, 288 pages, 5.3 x 8.5 inches
Illustrations: 50 black-and-white photographs; maps
ISBN: 978-1-886228-84-9
Price: $15.95

Description

The fourth edition of this popular guide describes 50 hikes and walks in and around Greater Cleveland. Hike descriptions and maps have been completely updated and revised to show current trails and surroundings; three all-new hikes have been added.

The hikes, for all levels of hiking ability, explore urban, suburban, rural, and woodland areas. Ranging from an easy one-hour walk to a challenging full-day hike, they take hikers to popular local destinations and many less well known locations.

Descriptions offer detailed historical, geological, architectural, and cultural background tidbits along with step-by-step trail directions— even directions for how to get there, where to park, and where to find restrooms.

New hikes in this edition include: Geauga County's newest park, The West Woods; East Cleveland's Forest Hill Park; and Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve in Mentor. New hikes within existing chapters include Mill Creek Falls in the city of Cleveland and Viaduct Park in Bedford.

By the same author: Beyond Cleveland On Foot, a guide to 58 more walks and hikes in Ohio's Lake, Geauga, Portage, Summit, Medina, Lorain, and Erie counties (ISBN 1-886228-40-X / with Peg & Rob Bobel)

Book Excerpt:

Downtown Cleveland

Walking time: 3 hours

Description: This walk is on sidewalks and requires crossing many busy streets. It is best taken on weekdays when public buildings are open.

Directions: From I-90 eastbound take Exit 171B (Ontario Ave.); north on Ontario to Public Square.

From I-90 westbound take Exit 173C (Superior Ave.); west on Superior to Public Square.

Tower City Parking located adjacent to and beneath Tower City Center. Access to parking area is off Huron Rd. near Ontario Ave. RTA trains stop at Tower City Center's lower level.

Parking & restrooms: At Tower City Center.

In the last 15 years, the city of Cleveland has made a remarkable recovery from urban decline and decay with major building projects. Encompassing both new construction and renovations, these projects include the Key Tower skyscraper, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, the Great Lakes Science Center, Jacobs Field, Gund Arena, the Cleveland Browns Stadium, the Warehouse District, and Playhouse Square. All of these updates and additions to downtown Cleveland represent major attractions that bring people into the city. Many of the older buildings still remain as important architectural landmarks.

This walk will introduce many of Cleveland's distinctive historical buildings and some of the major public art on display both outside and inside public buildings. Hike 2, Downtown Cleveland: More Public Art, takes the walker to some of the outdoor (and indoor) works of art placed in strategic locations around Cleveland. Hike 3, Downtown Cleveland: Geology, is a walk focusing on some of the building stones and fossils to be found in the heart of the city. Often building tours are available by individual or group arrangement and are so noted in the descriptions.

1 Start the tour by viewing the two levels of shops in Tower City . . . [ Read More Free Samples ]

Reviews

Useful for beginners and people who are new to this area. For experienced hikers . . . the book is a fun way to add variety when planning outings. — Explorer Magazine

A superb introduction to our neighborhoods and natural areas. — Northern Ohio Live

A treasure book of recommended trails, both city and country, and their history. — The Plain Dealer

An excellent guide for anyone who wants to know more about Cleveland, is looking for an interesting way to get some exercise, or wants ideas for really cool photos. — Hudson Hub-Times

Hoskin's book offers up a brew of hiking opportunities. Its richness is in offereing up walks that would appeal to a broad range of tastes. — News Herald

Hoskins becomes your own personal guide that you can carry in your backpack, available for any distance you choose at any time of the year . . . A priceless guide that won't lead you astray on your outdoor endeavors. — North Coast Sports

The historical and cultural tidbits found throughout the book provide an easy and fun way to become reaquainted with our city and nearby parks and reserves. — North Coast Sports

A straightforward, no-nonsense guide that should be in every hiker's glove compartment. — Ohioana Quarterly / Ohioana Library

If you're tired of taking the same old walk, here's a fresh book to perk up your routine . . . Will lead you to some of the most beautiful and interesting places in Greater Cleveland. — Cleveland/Akron Family

About Patience Cameron Hoskins

Patience Cameron Hoskins has been a hike leader and an active member of the Buckeye Trail Association and the Cleveland Hiking Club for many years. She is also the co-author of Beyond Cleveland On Foot. More About Patience Cameron Hoskins

Contains References to:

Bedford Run Reservation, Big Creek Reservation, Bradstreet's Landing, Brecksville Reservation, Buckeye Trail, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Erie Canal Reservation, Euclid Creek Reservation, Garfield Park Reservation, Hach-Otis Sanctuary State Nature Preserve, Hiking, Huntington Reservation, Lake View Cemetery, Mentor March State Nature Preserve, Mill Creek Falls, North Chagrin Reservation, Ohio City, Punderson State Park, Recreational walking, Riverside Cemetery, Rocky River Reservation, University Circle, Virginia Kendall