Stockport Section

Stockport Section

Almost all of the Stockport section is hilly and timbered with small to medium farms scattered throughout. About three fourths of the trail follows township or back roads that are little used. The 18 plus miles of off road trail through former American Electric Power ReCreation lands, but now part of ODNR's Jesse Owens State Park, is an enjoyable hike where many lakes and beaver dams can be seen. Camping and water are available at various sites within the State Park. Other off road sections are around the villages of Stockport and Chesterhill. The historic town of Stockport is very nice with some stores and restaurants plus the beautiful Muskingum River with tables and pit toilets at the bridge. The few towns the trail passes through are small but nice with small stores.