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Cuyahoga Valley National Park

National Park Ohio

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.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

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.

Address

Boston Mill Visitor Center, Peninsula, OH 44264

Activities & Topics

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 African American Heritage Arts Colonization and Settlement Farming and Agriculture Industry Mills Music Native American Heritage Transportation Canals Trains and Railroads Tragic Events Women's History Animals Birds Climate Change Forests and Woodlands Deciduous Forests Geology Lakes River and Riparian Trails Water Trails Watersheds Waterfalls Wetlands