Rain, thunderstorms, and flooding can be hard on trails. Visitors are encouraged to check for updates before their visit and to follow all posted trail and parking area closing signs. For safety reasons, trails are closed to all users while trail crews are using equipment to complete repairs and maintenance. The following list reflects the most up to date trail closings and construction projects as of Aug. 15, 2026. Expect rough conditions after any flooding or storms.

Biking & Hiking

Status Alert: Only Class 1 and 2 E-Bikes are Permitted on Stark Parks trails. 

Boating & Marinas

Status Alert: Marina Hours in Aug./Sept 2026

Sippo Lake Marina will be closed Weekdays for the remainder of 2026.  Open Saturdays and Sundays only and Labor Day (Sept. 7) from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Sept. 20, 2026.

Open weekdays, 3 to 8 p.m. through Aug. 28, 2026.
Open Saturdays and Sundays only and Labor Day (Sept. 7) from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Sept. 20, 2026.

Congressman Ralph Regula Towpath Trail

Status Alert: Coxey Bridge to Downtown Massillon Closed

Beginning Aug. 5, 2026:  The Jacob Coxey bridge from the Towpath Trail to downtown Massillon will be closed while a inspection contractor completes a review.  The closure could last several weeks.  

Hoover Trail

Status Alert: Trail Closed Between 10th St. and 7th St. (North Canton Hoover High School area)

A school construction project has closed several sections of the Hoover Trail near Hoover High School until further notice.  These include between 10th and 7th St. and south of 7th St. to Taft Ave.  A marked trail detour using neighborhood sidewalks is posted.  

Quail Hollow Park

Status Alert: 100 Years at the Hollow Fundraising Campaign

The Mountain Bike Trail now has a daily directional pattern with a sign at the Trailhead.  Bikers travel left (clockwise) on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturdays and travel right (counter clockwise) on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sundays. Hikers should walk in the opposite direction.  

Find out more about the 100 Years at the Hollow campaign to update and invest in the facilities at Quail Hollow Park.  


100 Years at the Hollow

Sippo Lake Park

Status Alert: Sippo Lake Trail Closure

The Sippo Lake Trail between the Exploration Gateway Shelter and Sippo Lake Marina will be closed for Asphalt Paving from Aug. 10 to August 28, 2026.  The Exploration Gateway Shelter and Playground will also be closed due to equipment in the area. Trail access from the Wildlife Conservation Center at the West Entrance to Sippo Lake Park to the bridge will be available.