National Park · OH

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

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.

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Photos

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.

Activities

  • Arts and Culture
  • Craft Demonstrations
  • Cultural Demonstrations
  • Live Music
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Hands-On
  • Citizen Science
  • Hiking
  • Horse Trekking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Living History
  • Paddling
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Stand Up Paddleboarding
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Skiing
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Snow Play
  • Snowshoeing
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store
  • Gift Shop and Souvenirs