State Route 168's northern terminus, which is concurrently the northern endpoint of State Route 700, is at the junction with State Route 87 at a traffic circle in Burton.

The route spans approximately 8.45 miles (13.60 km) and is entirely situated within Geauga County.

The northern terminus is at a traffic circle with State Route 87 and State Route 700 in the village of Burton.

SR 168 is not part of the National Highway System, which means it is not considered critical to the nation’s economy, mobility, or defense.

The route primarily serves local traffic within Geauga County.