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Mahoning Valley Trail

(Deer Creek Reservoir) 14514 Price St. NE or (Gaskill Trailhead) 182 E. Gaskill St. Alliance, OH 44601

Status Alert: Flooding on trail

The trail is expected to flood near Rt. 225, just north of the Gaskill St. Trailhead and will be closed until further notice.

Open Daily: Sunrise to Sunset

General Information: 330.477.3552

On-Duty Ranger: 330.353.2377

Rentals and Reservations: 330-409-8096

Begin at Deer Creek Reservoir or Gaskill St. and use a 260-foot free span bridge to cross a spillway, a 100-foot boardwalk under Rt. 225, and an on-road section using Greenbower St. and Rockhill Ave. Future plans will connect the trail south through downtown Alliance to the Iron Horse Trail.

This 4.46 mile scenic trail offers fishing access to the Mahoning River and a great view of a bottom land hardwood forest. Spring flowers are abundant along the trail and include jack in the pulpit, false solomon’s seal, and swamp buttercup.

The Mahoning Valley Trail has been adopted by the University of Mount Union-Green Raiders, the club sponsors cleanup projects along the trail throughout the year.

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Fishing
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Grills
Picnic Tables
Wildlife Observation Area

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The Stark County Park District prohibits the use of motorized vehicles in this park and on its trails. Sections of trail may not be suitable for wheelchair access. Weather may impact the accessibility of trails, always use caution. Class 1 e-bikes are permitted to ride on multi-purpose trails (crushed limestone or asphalt). E-bikes are not permitted on natural surface, equestrian, or mountain bike trails. A class 1 e-bike is a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.

Towpath Trail Closed in Areas

We expect water to recede over the weekend. As of 6/21/19, we cannot access trail damage or downed trees in many areas. These areas will be closed to trail users until a full inspection is complete. Please follow all trail closing barricades and signs.

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Feedback Requested!

We are now accepting public comment on the Phase 4 Iron Horse Trail proposal through January 29, 2019.

E-bike Pilot Program

Class 1 e-bikes are permitted to ride on multi-purpose trails (crushed limestone or asphalt). E-bikes are not permitted on natural surface, equestrian, or mountain bike trails. A class 1 e-bike is a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.

Trail Closed

We expect water to recede over the weekend. As of 6/21/19, we cannot access trail damage or downed trees in many places. These areas will be closed to trail users until a full inspection is complete. Please follow all trail closing barricades and signs.

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Marinas Open for Season May 1

Registration Reminder!

1. Make sure you register and pay (if applicable) for the camp. 2. Print your waiver and bring it with you to camp. 3. Read over special instructions and welcome letter. 4. Call us at 330.477.3552 with any questions.

Serenades in the Park Concert Cancelled-Petros Lake Park

The concert has been cancelled as of 12 p.m. on Sept. 1, 2019 due to inclement weather in the forecast at the performance time. The exact same performance will be held tomorrow, Monday Sept. 2 at 5 p.m. on the steps of North Canton City Hall, 145 N. Main St., North Canton, 44720.

Deadline Approaching: Order Club Apparel by Feb. 9!

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New Date and Time for March 2020 Board Meeting

New Meeting Date: Thursday March 5, at 6 p.m.

Location: Exploration Gateway-Sippo Lake Park North 5712 12th St. NW, Canton 44708

COVID-19 Updates

Parks and trails continue to remain open for people (and pets) to use and enjoy. Rangers will continue patrols and operations crews will service the trash cans in compliance with the health order. For our patron’s safety Stark Parks has added additional closures. The complete list includes: • Public Buildings • Shelters • Restrooms, including porta johns • Playgrounds • Eagle Observation Deck at Walborn Reservoir (observation is allowed with personal equipment and no more than 2 people on the deck at a time)

Be courteous and safe. Continue physical distancing. Stay home if you don’t feel well and continue to wash hands frequently and thoroughly.

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COVID-19 UPDATES

All parks and trails remain open at this time. Playgrounds and restroom facilities are closed. Park Rangers continue standard patrols and can be reached at 330-353-2377. Stark Parks will continue to follow guidance provided by all federal, state and local health authorities.

At this time, we have temporarily suspended public programs through April 12. Registration fees for programs scheduled between these dates will be refunded.

All public buildings and facilities are closed through Sun., April 12, including Administration Offices, Exploration Gateway, the Wildlife Conservation Center, Quail Hollow Park (Manor House and Nature Center), and all reservable shelters. Reservations scheduled between now and April 12 will be offered an opportunity to reschedule or receive a refund. No fees will be taken for new reservations, but we will put temporary holds on facilities for dates after April 12.

For general information, please call (330) 477-3552. Continue to check this page for the most up-to-date information, or follow us at Facebook.com/starkparks.

Eagle Observation Open with Restrictions

No group viewing at this time, but you are permitted to view with your OWN equipment.

A maximum of 2 people on the deck at any time.