Summit County, Administrative county in northeastern Ohio, United States.
Description
Summit County is an administrative region in northeastern Ohio that combines urban centers with suburban and rural areas. The territory includes sections of a national park and dozens of smaller communities spread across the landscape.
History
The region took its name in 1840 from its location at the highest point along the Ohio and Erie Canal. This waterway was crucial for early industrial growth and transportation in the area.
Culture
Educational institutions shape how people in this county spend their days and careers. The presence of universities and research centers influences the rhythm of community life and the types of jobs available here.
Practical
The area spans a large territory with multiple communities, so having transportation is important for getting around. Distances between different parts of the county can be significant, so plan accordingly.
Did you know?
A network of lakes, rivers, and reservoirs runs throughout the area, shaping its natural character. These waterways offer recreation and reveal the landscape's hidden water systems.
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
12.5 km
Blossom Music Center
7.3 km
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
2.2 kmFirestone Country Club
13.7 km
Rubber Bowl
11.8 km
Western Reserve Academy
15.4 km
Goodyear Airdock
12 km
InfoCision Stadium – Summa Field
6.7 km
Quaker Square
5.6 kmCathedral of Tomorrow
2.5 km
Akron Civic Theatre
5.5 km
Akron Zoo
5.7 km
Hale Farm and Village
8.8 km
MAPS Air Museum
24.6 km
Akron Art Museum
5.2 km
Portage Lakes
13.8 km
Akron-Summit County Public Library
5.3 km
Brandywine Falls
16.4 km
Mary Campbell Cave
2.8 km
Perkins Stone Mansion
5.1 km
Boston Mills Historic District
15.2 km
E. J. Thomas Hall
5.9 km
Huntington Tower
5.4 km
Dr. Robert Smith House
4.1 km
All-America Bridge
4.2 km
Glendale Cemetery
5.1 km
Portage Lakes State Park
18 km
FirstEnergy Stadium-Cub Cadet Field
6.4 km
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