Cuyahoga Valley National Park

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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.Photo: NPS Photo / D.J. Reiser

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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News

  • Towpath Trail Map showing Boston, Peninsula, Cuyahoga River, railroad tracks and trail with closure in red.
    Cuyahoga Valley National Park to temporarily close Towpath Trail section for boardwalk replacement

    Cuyahoga Valley National Park will temporarily close the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail between Boston Trailhead and Lock 29 in Peninsula from August 24 to November 20. The park anticipates re-opening the section between Lock 29 and the railroad tunnel, about 0.75 mile north of Peninsula, by early September. The rest of the section will remain closed for the duration of the project.

Photos

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.Photo: NPS Photo / Tim Fenner
A yellow-and-red engine with number 6777 leads a passenger train along tracks through green trees.
CVSR Engine 6777 motors down the tracks.Photo: NPS Photo / Robert George
Viewed from above, people stand on a platform near frothy white water falling over a rocky ledge.
Brandywine Falls viewed from the upper boardwalk.Photo: NPS Photo / D.J. Reiser
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.Photo: NPS Photo / Ted Toth

Park information and photos come from the National Park Service. This is not an official NPS site.