063 Cycle Touring the USA (2) - Part 2

(^158) Motel 6 – Geneva State Park - 95 km

The ride through Cleveland was fascinating. On riding into the city
centre, the route passed underneath the Hope Memorial Bridge with
its ‘Guardians of Traffic’. Each of the eight guardians carved on the
bridge pylons holds a different vehicle. Collectively, they represent
the history of ground transport—from a stagecoach, covered wagon,
and hay rack, to a 1930s-era automobile and four types of trucks. In
the process, the bridge provided an excellent view of the city.
The Lakeshore path was in poor condition except for the stretch
through the well-off areas. Soon, the trail reached the city's outskirts
and followed the shores of Lake Erie. That night, camping was at
Geneva State Park right on the lake.