Sippo Valley Trail Updates and Comments

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Burned Bridge Being Rebuilt

10/31/11 by Ohio Bikeways

The trail bridge that has been out of commission since 2008 is finally being rebuilt and should be open by the end of November.

According to the cantonrep.com, "...the cost of rebuilding the bridge at 644 17th St. NW, north of Lincoln Park, is about $60,000. The Ohio and Erie Canalway Association supplied a $20,000 matching grant for the project. "The rest of the project is being paid for through fundraisers and personal and corporate contributions," wrote The Independent's Matthew Rink.

"In-kind donations of labor and materials also have been contributed.

"...Those wishing to donate to the bridge fund can call Massillon Area Greenways Inc. at 330-832-5111 or write MAGI at Lake Avenue Trailhead, 135 Lake Ave. NW, Massillon OH 44647."

Bridge Still Out

7/13/10 by A Gusbar

A burned bridge in July 2008 resulted in the trail being closed between 17th & 6th Streets [in Massillon].

Bridge still out. July 12th 2010.

Arson Destroys Bridge

7/29/08 by Ohio Bikeways

Earlier this month a 100-foot long trail bridge along the Sippo was destroyed by fire. The trail is closed between 6th St. & 17 St. Northwest in Massillon.

There was a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the arsonist(s). The offer may still be good.

Those Darn Posts & Some Pics

6/3/07 by Tom Bower, Canal Fulton, OH

I just biked the Sippo yesterday (June 2nd) from Ernie's Bike shop on Lake Avenue [on the nearby Ohio & Erie Towpath] in Massillon to Village Green Park in Dalton and back. My odo made it just under 24 miles through some of the most beautiful scenery in the area. There are at least two places where the trail crosses roads at which the posts are still too close together for my money! Otherwise the trail is in good shape and I highly recommend it. I wish less of it were paved but that's me.

I took a camera along and you can view the pics here.

Hazards Removed

8/28/06 by John Kaszowski

Some of the center barrier posts have now been removed and the metal plates have been ground down.

Slight Grade

9/8/04 by Rick Baas

If you start on the east end (Massillon) and ride to the west end (Dalton) it is a gradual climb the entire way. We usually ride at an average speed of about 11-12 miles an hour heading west. On the return trip, heading east, because we are going with the grade, we can average 15-17 miles an hour.

East End Extended

1/5/04 by Anonymous

The trail now extends past Bottoms Park in Massillon to the Ohio & Erie ...Towpath Trail where Walnut Street intersects the latter trail that is, at that point, on the Tuscarawas River Dike.

The Sippo Trail runs east to the river from Bottoms Park then south under the Lincoln Way and Tremont Bridges then, along a few City Streets to Oak Knoll Park and onto Walnut Street and the River Dike.

I have hiked two miles at each end of the Sippo Trail (and back making eight miles) and find it well designed and constructed. The people responsible for the planning and maintenance of this trail should be congratulated.

I think everyone in Stark County will be happy to finally have a first class trail they can use, even though some of this one is in Wayne County.

Trail Specs:

Class: A2+ & B2+

Length: 10 miles / asphalt & crushed stone

Condition: Very Good (Watch for dips or bumps at road crossings.)

Facilities: Restrooms, water, playground, parking and more at Village Green Park in Dalton on East Main Street. Restrooms & water at Bottoms Park in Massillon. Port-o-john in Lincoln Park.

Food: Tim Richardson writes, "The Hardee's is now closed in Dalton, but there is a new Wendy's just beside the Park parking lot." Matt Hammond adds, "About 6 miles east of Dalton you cross St. Rt. 93. About 100 ft. north of the trail is a small convenience store with ice cream and hot food available."

Parking: Parking in Village Green Park off east Main Street in Dalton. A small lot a little further east of town along West Lebanon Road, just 1/4 mile north off Rt. 30. This asphalt lot has about 6-8 parking spaces. Parking also available at Lincoln and Bottoms Park in Massillon.

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Trail Basics Trail Safety Bikeway Facilities Trip Planning Rules & Tips Trail Overseers Trail Surfaces & Uses Terms & Definitions Review Notes Trail Classes Articles Submit Updates	Resize A A A Burned Bridge Being Rebuilt 10/31/11 by Ohio Bikeways The trail bridge that has been out of commission since 2008 is finally being rebuilt and should be open by the end of November. According to the cantonrep.com, "...the cost of rebuilding the bridge at 644 17th St. NW, north of Lincoln Park, is about $60,000. The Ohio and Erie Canalway Association supplied a $20,000 matching grant for the project. "The rest of the project is being paid for through fundraisers and personal and corporate contributions," wrote The Independent's Matthew Rink. "In-kind donations of labor and materials also have been contributed. "...Those wishing to donate to the bridge fund can call Massillon Area Greenways Inc. at 330-832-5111 or write MAGI at Lake Avenue Trailhead, 135 Lake Ave. NW, Massillon OH 44647." Bridge Still Out 7/13/10 by A Gusbar A burned bridge in July 2008 resulted in the trail being closed between 17th & 6th Streets [in Massillon]. Bridge still out. July 12th 2010. Arson Destroys Bridge 7/29/08 by Ohio Bikeways Earlier this month a 100-foot long trail bridge along the Sippo was destroyed by fire. The trail is closed between 6th St. & 17 St. Northwest in Massillon. There was a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the arsonist(s). The offer may still be good. Those Darn Posts & Some Pics 6/3/07 by Tom Bower, Canal Fulton, OH I just biked the Sippo yesterday (June 2nd) from Ernie's Bike shop on Lake Avenue [on the nearby Ohio & Erie Towpath] in Massillon to Village Green Park in Dalton and back. My odo made it just under 24 miles through some of the most beautiful scenery in the area. There are at least two places where the trail crosses roads at which the posts are still too close together for my money! Otherwise the trail is in good shape and I highly recommend it. I wish less of it were paved but that's me. I took a camera along and you can view the pics here. Hazards Removed 8/28/06 by John Kaszowski Some of the center barrier posts have now been removed and the metal plates have been ground down. Slight Grade 9/8/04 by Rick Baas If you start on the east end (Massillon) and ride to the west end (Dalton) it is a gradual climb the entire way. We usually ride at an average speed of about 11-12 miles an hour heading west. On the return trip, heading east, because we are going with the grade, we can average 15-17 miles an hour. East End Extended 1/5/04 by Anonymous The trail now extends past Bottoms Park in Massillon to the Ohio & Erie ...Towpath Trail where Walnut Street intersects the latter trail that is, at that point, on the Tuscarawas River Dike. The Sippo Trail runs east to the river from Bottoms Park then south under the Lincoln Way and Tremont Bridges then, along a few City Streets to Oak Knoll Park and onto Walnut Street and the River Dike. I have hiked two miles at each end of the Sippo Trail (and back making eight miles) and find it well designed and constructed. The people responsible for the planning and maintenance of this trail should be congratulated. I think everyone in Stark County will be happy to finally have a first class trail they can use, even though some of this one is in Wayne County. Trail Specs: Class: A2+ & B2+ Length: 10 miles / asphalt & crushed stone Condition: Very Good (Watch for dips or bumps at road crossings.) Facilities: Restrooms, water, playground, parking and more at Village Green Park in Dalton on East Main Street. Restrooms & water at Bottoms Park in Massillon. Port-o-john in Lincoln Park. Food: Tim Richardson writes, "The Hardee's is now closed in Dalton, but there is a new Wendy's just beside the Park parking lot." Matt Hammond adds, "About 6 miles east of Dalton you cross St. Rt. 93. About 100 ft. north of the trail is a small convenience store with ice cream and hot food available." Parking: Parking in Village Green Park off east Main Street in Dalton. A small lot a little further east of town along West Lebanon Road, just 1/4 mile north off Rt. 30. This asphalt lot has about 6-8 parking spaces. Parking also available at Lincoln and Bottoms Park in Massillon. Dalton Massillon-Towpath 9.6mi 0mi	Updates & Comments Featured Review Trail Specs Maps & More Weather Forecast \| Weather Maps