Hiking the Bedford Section: Family adventures from Deer Lick Cave to Brecksville Station

Victoria Livingston shares her experience hiking the Bedford Section of the Buckeye Trail with both trail friends and family. While trail friends bring punctuality and long-mile treks, family hikes offer laughter, deeper conversations, and a slower pace—even if it sometimes feels like herding cats. Starting from Deer Lick Cave and passing Brecksville Station, the journey showcases forests, boardwalks, and creeks within Cuyahoga Valley National Park. It’s a reminder that hiking isn’t just about miles covered—it’s about the people who walk beside you.