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Cuyahoga Valley National Park is located in Ohio and is the state’s only national park. It boasts 100 waterfalls (including Brandywine Falls, the tallest waterfall in Northeast Ohio at 65 feet) and is situated along the Cuyahoga River between Cleveland and Akron. The terrain consists of lush forests, rolling hills, narrow ravines, wetlands, and rivers. According to the National Park Service, Cuyahoga Valley receives more than 2.2 million recreational visits each year, making it one of the most-visited national parks in the United States. With over 125 miles of hiking trails, a 100-miles long river, and a scenic railroad within the park, who could blame them?
The weather in Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers four distinct seasons, with temperatures varying greatly from month-to-month. Visitors can expect average daytime temperatures of 46 – 69 F in Spring, 77 – 95 in Summer, 49 – 72 in Fall, and 33 – 37 in Winter (with night time temperatures reaching below zero at times). The park averages 61 inches of snow annually.
Alongside the park lie the Northeast Ohio cities of Akron and Cleveland, both which are filled with countless things to see and do. You’ll also find plenty of smaller, picturesque towns and villages sprinkled around and within the national park, including Cuyahoga Falls, Boston Heights, Brecksville, and Peninsula (just to name a few).
If you’re looking for in-park activities, Cuyahoga Valley has scheduled events running regularly. Find the full schedulehere. While hiking is one of the most popular activities within the park, you’ll also find plenty of other fun things to try, including bird watching, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, picnicking, star viewing, golfing, horse riding, biking, and more!
- Spring 46-59 F
- Summer 77-95 F
- Fall 49-72 F
- Winter 33-37 F
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park Hiking Trails
With over 125 miles of hiking trails, there’s sure to be an adventure suitable for any type of hiker. Hiking is a great way to see the beauty that the park has to offer on-foot. Just don’t forget to pack plenty of water, sunblock, and appropriate footwear!
Below we’ve chosen a few of our favorites. For all of the trails that Cuyahoga Valley has to offer, click here.
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Things to do Outside Cuyahoga Valley National Park
When you’ve exhausted yourself hiking Cuyahoga Valley’s lush forests, rolling hills, and breathtaking waterfalls, then you might be ready for a different adventure altogether. Whether that’s a mouth-watering meal, some retail therapy, or a trip to a museum, here are some of our top recommendations for activities near the national park.
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RV Resorts & Campsites in Cuyahoga Valley National Park
When you visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park, you have the option to stay at a private or public campground. It’s important to note that the park’s only campground (Stanford) fills up quickly, especially during Spring and Summer. Also, many of the campgrounds are not open year-round, running from around May 1st through October 31st. We recommend making your reservation in advance.
For those wishing to experience the natural beauty of the park in an RV, please note that RVs can be parked for day time use only, but not overnight anywhere in the park. Additionally, the only campground within the park is for tent-only camping. Thankfully, there are plenty of reputable RV-friendly campgrounds just outside of Cuyahoga National Park.
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How to get to Cuyahoga Valley National Park
You have plenty of options when traveling to Cuyahoga Valley National Park, including by car, plane, or RV.
Additionally, if you want to experience the national park in style and comfort, then traveling in an RV is the way to go. If you don’t own an RV, then renting one is the perfect option, as it allows you to travel at your own pace, minimize your accommodation costs, and have a front-row seat to the scenery as it unfolds in front of you. RV rentals are available across the country, so you can either start at your location and drive the whole way, or fly in and pick up an RV closer to the park. It’s that easy!
Just keep in mind that Cuyahoga Valley does have some restrictions regarding RV parking and camping. However, there are plenty of popular, RV-friendly campgrounds located near the national park.
If traveling by car, you can gain access to the park from either I-77, I-271, I-80 (Ohio Turnpike), or State Route 8. Follow these roads until you get closer to the national park, from which there will be signs to guide you.
Both the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and Akron-Canton Regional Airport are also just a short drive away from Cuyahoga Valley. Car rentals are available from either of these.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many of Cuyahoga Valley National Park's most popular sights are wheelchair accessible, including all visitor centers, the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, the Everette Covered Bridge, Brandywine Falls, and several other trails. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad also has a car with a lift to allow wheelchairs.
Yes, pets are allowed at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. They can hike over 100 miles of trails and can come on the Towpath Trail as well. Pets may not be in park buildings or on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.
Some of the top things to do in Cuyahoga Valley National Park include checking out the visitor center and Canal Exploration Center. You can also ride the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, hike or bike the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, paddle on the river, and much more!
No, there is no camping within the boundaries of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. However, there are several RV campgrounds nearby.
The best time to visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park is during the fall. Summer crowds will be gone, and the many trees at the park create a showstopping display of fall colors.