Kent, Ohio is an historical town located on the Cuyahoga River twenty minutes east of Akron. It’s best known for Kent State and the events of 1970, but in recent years, the town has been expanding its restaurant scene, community events, and connection to the university, making it an exciting place to live. Known as the Tree City, the best time to be in Kent is fall for the changing leaves, and summer for all of the green—a welcome sight after the cold Ohio winter!
Locally owned bar + restaurant downtown.
Bicycle gear + repair shop.
Towner’s Woods is accessible by car or the Portage Hike + Bike Trail. The main trail circles a lake (which is not open to the public), and there are some smaller trails as well. It’s a good, quiet place to get away from campus and the city.
