Tubing and tacos – can you think of a better pairing? Oh, but it does get better. This day trip to Crooked River Adventures and Barrio, promises a ton of fun and delicious food, and you’ll only need to fill up the gas tank once. Plus, all of the time you save on travel, you can use for having an unforgettable day on this tubing day trip in northwest Ohio.

Google Maps offers two routes between Crooked River Adventures in Burton and Barrio in Kent, so you can choose which is easiest for you based on personal preference and current traffic. The shortest route spans 22.8 miles in about 35 minutes; the longer route takes only 37 minutes over 24.7 miles.

A day trip is a perfect way to spend a leisurely day, so don’t worry if this one is too far for you to hit the road. Check out these other amazing day trips in Ohio that also offer unforgettable adventures.

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Start your day with a relaxing meander down the Upper Cuyahoga River in a kayak or a canoe rental from Crooked River Adventures in Burton, a perfect adventure for a group of friends or the whole family.
Crooked River Adventures, 13468 Main Market Rd, Burton, OH 44021, USA
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Before your adventure begins, pack everything you need for a fun and safe day on the water. The family-owned adventure company recommends bringing sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, and food and water in water-proof containers.
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Be prepared to get a bit wet, too, by wearing water shoes, tennis shoes, or sandals. Your best bet is to avoid flip-flops. Bring along a poncho or a long-sleeved shirt, too, in case it gets cool.
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Once you’re all packed for your adventure, you can grab all of the supplies you need at Crooked River Adventures. Rent a kayak, a canoe, or a standup paddleboard. Life vests and paddles are also available.
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The five-mile journey along the Upper Cuyahoga River usually takes between two and four hours. Canoes hold a maximum of three adults or, if you’re bringing the kiddos along, two adults and two children.
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Meander down the river once you’ve signed a waiver, paid a deposit, and provided identification to the adventure company.
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Starting planning your trip down the Upper Cuyahoga River by visiting the official website of Crooked River Adventures, or stop by its page on Facebook.
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Even with snacks on the river, you’ve probably worked up a hearty appetite, which makes Barrio Kent, a popular taco joint with several locations in Ohio, the perfect destination.
Barrio Kent, 295 S Water St, Kent, OH 44240, USA
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While it boasts the motto of “have a taco or two,” once you get a bite of Barrio’s famous tacos, you’ll probably want quite a few more. The popular taco stand offers a selection of tacos, or you can custom build your own.
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Building your own taco is a six-step process that will leave your mouth watering and your stomach gnawing in anticipation. Start by deciding which proteins you want; pulled pork, the fish of the day, and thick-cut bacon are a few of your many choices.
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What’ll you have your taco in? A hard corn shell? A soft flour wrap? Or a bowl with rice? Then pick your cheese, toppings, sauce, and salsa. Go as bold or as mild as you want. It’s all up to you.
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Take a peek at the specials, too, which might feature such classics as the chicken curry taco and the spring medi guacamole. For the perfect meal, add a margarita. You’ve got a choice of nearly a dozen.
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Browse the full menu on the official website of Barrio Kent, or check out its page on Facebook.
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After a fun day tubing under the sun in Ohio, you won’t find a better meal than a hearty helping of tacos. Customize the Google Map directions for the trip to Crooked River Adventures and Barrio Kent. However, that’s just the beginning of all of the fun that awaits in Ohio. Keep up-to-date with all of the cool happenings and fun adventures by following Only In Ohio on Facebook then sign up for Ohio’s daily newsletter.

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