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ITINERARY

8h 40m465 miles36 stops
1
Lock 3
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
2
Gorge Metro Park
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
3
Fannie May
5353 Lauby Rd, North Canton, OH 44720-1572
4
Blue Hen Falls
2001 Boston Mills Rd Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Brecksville, OH 44141-3824
5
North Canton Skate & Entertainment Center
5475 Whipple Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720-7716
6
Spring Hill Historic Home
1401 Spring Hill Ln NE, Massillon, OH 44646-2500
Spring Hill was a sight on the Underground Railroad in the 1820s. Home to the Rotch-Wales families, it has witnessed over 150 years of history and shows that ordinary people do extraordinary things. Spring Hill is open seasonally for regular tours with public events throughout the year. See our website or social media pages for more information on upcoming events.
7
Escape Canton
4125 Mahoning Rd NE, Canton, OH 44705-4812
Escape Canton is Northeast Ohio's premiere venue for escape game adventures! You and your team will be locked in a themed room. Your goal is to work together and use elements around you to find clues and solve puzzles in order to escape the room within a certain time limit. With 4 unique escape rooms to choose from, Escape Canton will provide you with the ultimate escape room experience! Conference center now available for your Corporate Team Building events Monday - Friday! Call to book your reservation or for more details! Book your adventure today!
8
First Ladies National Historic Site
205 Market Ave S, Canton, OH 44702-2105
9
Oak Shadows Golf Club
1063 Oak Shadows Dr NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-7077
10
Tuscora Park
161 Tuscora Ave NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-1800
11
Wood's Tall Timber Resort
1921 Tall Timber Rd NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-7040
Our 157-acre Resort is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty and comforts that Tuscarawas County has to offer. The 7-acre lake serves as the focal point of our Resort, and we welcome you to come stay with us and relax! Our camping season is May 1 to October 31 every year, and our beach is open 10am-7pm during the season, weather permitting. Camping is available daily, weekly, monthly, or seasonally, and our cottages are available for rent year round. There are various types of camping available to visitors of all kinds. We offer primitive tent sites, 30 Amp and 50 Amp electric campsites, mini cottages with bunks, and 2 bedroom cottages with all the amenities of home - kitchen with appliances, living room, full bathroom, and sleeping room for up to 8 guests. Our Resort is completed with a Clubhouse, Woody's Grille Concession Stand, Bait Shop, Shower House, and Coin Laundromat. For kids and adults of all ages, the recreation never ends! In terms of Lake activities, we have tube slides, water slides, kids' and adults' inflatable trampolines, 2 diving boards, paddle boats, electric boats, and canoe rentals. We also offer fishing, a game room, a playground, Woodpecker Par 3 Golf Course & Target Range, Putt-Putt course, and hiking trails. Planning a party or event? We can meet your needs for any occasion! Our Lakehouse Lodge has a rustic atmosphere that is perfect for class reunions, receptions, birthday parties, business events, graduation parties, weddings, and much more! We also offer 6 pavilions with grills for outdoor events.
12
Schoenbrunn Conference Center
143 McDonald Dr NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-6300
The Schoenbrunn Conference Center hosts weddings, business meetings, and holiday parties. Also available for off premise catering.
13
Paul Green's Trumpet in the Land
1600 Trumpet Drive NE Schoenbrunn Amphitheatre Box Office, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
14
Performing Arts Center
330 University Dr NE Kent State University, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-9452
15
Historic Schoenbrunn Village
1984 E High Ave, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-3241
16
Mulberry Lane Country Store
4009 Emerson Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26104-1112
17
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park
137 Juliana St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-5331
Located on a small island in the Ohio River, Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park features a Palladian mansion on the island and museum of regional history located in Parkersburg. This unique state park is visited by 40,000 people each year. This historical park is accessed by a sternwheeler riverboat from Point Park on 2nd Street in Parkersburg. Once on the island, visitors may enjoy tours of the grounds and mansion and horse-drawn carriage rides. Tours are offered when the park is open, from May through the last weekend of October. Hours vary throughout the season. Call ahead to confirm details.
18
Julia-Ann Historic District Walking Tour
Between 9th and 13th Streets, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Step into the past with a self-guided walking tour of Victorian grandeur through the Julia-Ann Square District. These were the homes of some of the most influential figures in West Virginia’s early history. Note: Homes are not open to the general public except for Special Garden and Christmas home tours. Pickup a free walking guide at the Greater Parkersburg CVB office.
19
Parkersburg Art Center
725 Market St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-4628
A taste of Soho. Visit our dynamic,contemporary gallery to see regional and national works of art. The Art Center features exhibitions, classes, guided tours,gift shop, special events and facility rentals.
20
Smoot Theater
215 5th St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-5103
Enjoy unforgettable entertainment in this restored 1926 vaudeville house-the Grand Lady of downtown Parkersburg. Artists of national and international prominence as well as local artists can be found on the Smoot's stage.
21
Oil & Gas Museum
119 3rd St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-5310
This nationally recognized museum presents the intriguing history of the oil and gas industry, including how the accumulation of wealth from oil impacted West Virginia's statehood. Also expanded displays on the Civil War and local industries.
22
Brush Creek Falls
Camp Creek Speedway Road Brush Creek Nature Preserve, Athens, WV 24740
23
Iron Heart Winery
3742 Boone Furnace Rd, Allisonia, VA 24347-4001
24
Old City Jail
215 City Hall St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3860
25
The Mount Airy Visitors Center
200 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3810
The Mount Airy Visitors Center is located in downtown Mount Airy and housed with The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce Building at 200 N. Main Street, Mount Airy NC 27030. Please stop by the Mount Airy Visitors Center as we are open 7 Days a week Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12noon-4pm. We can assist with planning your trip while visiting Mount Airy "Mayberry" North Carolina.
26
Remember When Antiques
225 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3809
27
White Elephant Beer Company
225 Market St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3513
28
Downtown Mt. Airy
190 Virginia St, Mount Airy, NC 27030
29
The Historic Earle Theatre
142 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3808
30
Floyd's City Barbershop
129 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3807
31
Maple Grove
542 2nd St NE, Hickory, NC 28601-3854
32
Acme Antique Market
246-A Union Square NW The Shoppes On The Square, Hickory, NC 28601-6121
Acme Antique Market is located in Downtown Hickory, North Carolina. It is home to over 5,000 square feet of antiques. Featured antiques hail from the early 1700s to 2000. Open 7 days a week. Come see us!
33
The Lazy 5 Ranch
15100 Mooresville Road, Mooresville, NC 28115
34
Bella Lago Spa
550 Brawley School Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117-9120
35
Lake Norman Boat Rentals
Queens Landing, Mooresville, NC 28117
36
The Kilted Buffalo
119 Landings Dr Suite #101, Mooresville, NC 28117-7643
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OVERVIEW

Akron to Hickory
1
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
2
Gorge Metro Park
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio·
4.5
(99) review
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
3
Fannie May
North Canton, Ohio·
4.5
(92) review
5353 Lauby Rd, North Canton, OH 44720-1572
4
Blue Hen Falls
Brecksville, Ohio·
4.0
(92) review
2001 Boston Mills Rd Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Brecksville, OH 44141-3824
5
North Canton Skate & Entertainment Center
North Canton, Ohio·
4.0
(9) review
5475 Whipple Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720-7716
6
Spring Hill Historic Home
Massillon, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
Spring Hill was a sight on the Underground Railroad in the 1820s. Home to the Rotch-Wales families, it has witnessed over 150 years of history and shows that ordinary people do extraordinary things. Spring Hill is open seasonally for regular tours with public events throughout the year. See our website or social media pages for more information on upcoming events.
1401 Spring Hill Ln NE, Massillon, OH 44646-2500
7
Escape Canton
Canton, Ohio·
5.0
(9) review
Escape Canton is Northeast Ohio's premiere venue for escape game adventures! You and your team will be locked in a themed room. Your goal is to work together and use elements around you to find clues and solve puzzles in order to escape the room within a certain time limit. With 4 unique escape rooms to choose from, Escape Canton will provide you with the ultimate escape room experience! Conference center now available for your Corporate Team Building events Monday - Friday! Call to book your reservation or for more details! Book your adventure today!
4125 Mahoning Rd NE, Canton, OH 44705-4812
8
First Ladies National Historic Site
Canton, Ohio·
4.0
(91) review
205 Market Ave S, Canton, OH 44702-2105
9
Oak Shadows Golf Club
New Philadelphia, Ohio·
4.5
(8) review
1063 Oak Shadows Dr NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-7077
10
Tuscora Park
New Philadelphia, Ohio·
5.0
(94) review
161 Tuscora Ave NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-1800
11
Wood's Tall Timber Resort
New Philadelphia, Ohio·
4.0
(38) review
Our 157-acre Resort is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty and comforts that Tuscarawas County has to offer. The 7-acre lake serves as the focal point of our Resort, and we welcome you to come stay with us and relax! Our camping season is May 1 to October 31 every year, and our beach is open 10am-7pm during the season, weather permitting. Camping is available daily, weekly, monthly, or seasonally, and our cottages are available for rent year round. There are various types of camping available to visitors of all kinds. We offer primitive tent sites, 30 Amp and 50 Amp electric campsites, mini cottages with bunks, and 2 bedroom cottages with all the amenities of home - kitchen with appliances, living room, full bathroom, and sleeping room for up to 8 guests. Our Resort is completed with a Clubhouse, Woody's Grille Concession Stand, Bait Shop, Shower House, and Coin Laundromat. For kids and adults of all ages, the recreation never ends! In terms of Lake activities, we have tube slides, water slides, kids' and adults' inflatable trampolines, 2 diving boards, paddle boats, electric boats, and canoe rentals. We also offer fishing, a game room, a playground, Woodpecker Par 3 Golf Course & Target Range, Putt-Putt course, and hiking trails. Planning a party or event? We can meet your needs for any occasion! Our Lakehouse Lodge has a rustic atmosphere that is perfect for class reunions, receptions, birthday parties, business events, graduation parties, weddings, and much more! We also offer 6 pavilions with grills for outdoor events.
1921 Tall Timber Rd NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-7040
12
Schoenbrunn Conference Center
New Philadelphia, Ohio·
4.5
(8) review
The Schoenbrunn Conference Center hosts weddings, business meetings, and holiday parties. Also available for off premise catering.
143 McDonald Dr NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-6300
13
Paul Green's Trumpet in the Land
New Philadelphia, Ohio·
4.5
(28) review
1600 Trumpet Drive NE Schoenbrunn Amphitheatre Box Office, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
14
Performing Arts Center
New Philadelphia, Ohio·
4.5
(38) review
330 University Dr NE Kent State University, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-9452
15
Historic Schoenbrunn Village
New Philadelphia, Ohio·
4.5
(69) review
1984 E High Ave, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-3241
16
Mulberry Lane Country Store
Parkersburg, West Virginia·
4.0
(6) review
4009 Emerson Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26104-1112
17
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park
Parkersburg, West Virginia·
4.5
(368) review
Located on a small island in the Ohio River, Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park features a Palladian mansion on the island and museum of regional history located in Parkersburg. This unique state park is visited by 40,000 people each year. This historical park is accessed by a sternwheeler riverboat from Point Park on 2nd Street in Parkersburg. Once on the island, visitors may enjoy tours of the grounds and mansion and horse-drawn carriage rides. Tours are offered when the park is open, from May through the last weekend of October. Hours vary throughout the season. Call ahead to confirm details.
137 Juliana St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-5331
18
Julia-Ann Historic District Walking Tour
Parkersburg, West Virginia·
4.5
(8) review
Step into the past with a self-guided walking tour of Victorian grandeur through the Julia-Ann Square District. These were the homes of some of the most influential figures in West Virginia’s early history. Note: Homes are not open to the general public except for Special Garden and Christmas home tours. Pickup a free walking guide at the Greater Parkersburg CVB office.
Between 9th and 13th Streets, Parkersburg, WV 26101
19
Parkersburg Art Center
Parkersburg, West Virginia·
4.5
(18) review
A taste of Soho. Visit our dynamic,contemporary gallery to see regional and national works of art. The Art Center features exhibitions, classes, guided tours,gift shop, special events and facility rentals.
725 Market St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-4628
20
Smoot Theater
Parkersburg, West Virginia·
4.0
(25) review
Enjoy unforgettable entertainment in this restored 1926 vaudeville house-the Grand Lady of downtown Parkersburg. Artists of national and international prominence as well as local artists can be found on the Smoot's stage.
215 5th St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-5103
21
Oil & Gas Museum
Parkersburg, West Virginia·
3.5
(54) review
This nationally recognized museum presents the intriguing history of the oil and gas industry, including how the accumulation of wealth from oil impacted West Virginia's statehood. Also expanded displays on the Civil War and local industries.
119 3rd St, Parkersburg, WV 26101-5310
22
Brush Creek Falls
Athens, West Virginia·
4.5
(34) review
Camp Creek Speedway Road Brush Creek Nature Preserve, Athens, WV 24740
23
Iron Heart Winery
Allisonia, Virginia·
4.0
(7) review
3742 Boone Furnace Rd, Allisonia, VA 24347-4001
24
Old City Jail
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.0
(38) review
215 City Hall St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3860
25
The Mount Airy Visitors Center
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.5
(441) review
The Mount Airy Visitors Center is located in downtown Mount Airy and housed with The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce Building at 200 N. Main Street, Mount Airy NC 27030. Please stop by the Mount Airy Visitors Center as we are open 7 Days a week Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12noon-4pm. We can assist with planning your trip while visiting Mount Airy "Mayberry" North Carolina.
200 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3810
26
Remember When Antiques
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.5
(7) review
225 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3809
27
White Elephant Beer Company
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
5.0
(5) review
225 Market St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3513
28
Downtown Mt. Airy
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.5
(540) review
190 Virginia St, Mount Airy, NC 27030
29
The Historic Earle Theatre
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.5
(40) review
142 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3808
30
Floyd's City Barbershop
Mount Airy, North Carolina·
4.5
(470) review
129 N Main St, Mount Airy, NC 27030-3807
31
Maple Grove
Hickory, North Carolina·
4.5
(9) review
542 2nd St NE, Hickory, NC 28601-3854
32
Acme Antique Market
Hickory, North Carolina·
3.0
(8) review
Acme Antique Market is located in Downtown Hickory, North Carolina. It is home to over 5,000 square feet of antiques. Featured antiques hail from the early 1700s to 2000. Open 7 days a week. Come see us!
246-A Union Square NW The Shoppes On The Square, Hickory, NC 28601-6121
33
The Lazy 5 Ranch
Mooresville, North Carolina·
4.5
(858) review
15100 Mooresville Road, Mooresville, NC 28115
34
Bella Lago Spa
Mooresville, North Carolina·
3.5
(9) review
550 Brawley School Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117-9120
35
Lake Norman Boat Rentals
Mooresville, North Carolina·
5.0
(8) review
Queens Landing, Mooresville, NC 28117
36
The Kilted Buffalo
Mooresville, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
119 Landings Dr Suite #101, Mooresville, NC 28117-7643

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What's the driving distance between Akron and Hickory?
The distance is 465 miles
What's the travel time between Akron and Hickory?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 8h 40m mins in normal traffic
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