Farnsworth Metropark meanders along the edge of the Maumee River west of Waterville, Ohio. The EIGHT MILE RIVER TRAIL follows the remains of the Miami and Erie Canal on the old towpath. Many species of animals and birds inhabit this area including deer, raccoon, red fox, woodchuck, and weasel. *

Bend View/Canal Lands Metropark is a TWO MILE WALK from Farnsworth, West toward Grand Rapids, Ohio. Bend View/Canal Lands offers a setting of solitude among the wonderful natural surroundings. At Bend View, the towpath reaches an overlook which opens to a magnificient view of the Maumee River as it sweeps through a near ninety degree bend. *

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