cuyahoga-valley | OH | Find park

People in bright orange kayaks paddle around a bend in a river, past green trees and a rocky shore.

A group of kayaks passing a rocky beach on the Cuyahoga River in summer.

Two people stand at the edge of a gray rock cliff; in the distance, sunset and trees in fall colors.

Visitors taking in the view at the Ledges Overlook in fall.

A yellow-and-red engine with number 6777 leads a passenger train along tracks through green trees.

CVSR Engine 6777 motors down the tracks.

Viewed from above, people stand on a platform near frothy white water falling over a rocky ledge.

Brandywine Falls viewed from the upper boardwalk.

Visitors line the concrete edge of a canal lock filled with water, in front of a white building.

Visitors watch a lock demonstration at Canal Exploration Center.

Physical Address:

Boston Mill Visitor Center

6947 Riverview Road

Peninsula, OH 44264

Mailing Address:

15610 Vaughn Road

Brecksville, OH 44141

contact-details

Phone Number: 4407173890 Voice

Email Address: cuva_info@nps.gov
Description:

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Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discovery for visitors. The winding Cuyahoga River gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands. Walk or ride the Towpath Trail to follow the historic route of the Ohio & Erie Canal.

park designation:National Park

Directions:

The park is easily accessible by car from all directions. A good place to start your visit is at Boston Mill Visitor Center: 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, 44264. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and Akron-Canton Regional Airport offer many daily flights to the area. Car rentals are available at both airports. Bus stations are located in downtown Cleveland and Akron. Some local bus routes including RTA's 19A, 54, 77, and 90 routes stop near the park. There is an Amtrak station in downtown Cleveland.

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Operating Hours:

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park is open everyday, 24 hours a day with the following exceptions: Brandywine Falls, Ledges, Octagon, Kendall Lake, and Kendall Hills close from dusk until morning opening.

Weather Information:

Spring's rain and warming temperatures bring new leaves on trees, blooming wildflowers, and visitors anxious to get out on the trail. Summer temperatures range from 49 to 95 degrees F and can be humid. Dressing in layers is advisable. Fall temperatures can range from low 70s during the day to freezing during the night. Fall foliage often peaks in mid-October. Winter weather conditions can rapidly change due to the lake effect snow from Lake Erie. Temperatures vary from mid-30s to below zero.