National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a National Park in Ohio. The NPS currently lists 6 active alerts (3 closures), 0 campgrounds and 3 visitor centers, and no entrance fee.

Ohio National Park No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

People in bright orange kayaks paddle around a bend in a river, past green trees and a rocky shore.
Kayakers on the Cuyahoga River · Photo: NPS Photo / D.J. Reiser (via nps.gov)

About the 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.”

Active alerts

6

Closures

3

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

3

Current alerts and closures

6 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 3 closures, 0 danger, 1 caution and 2 information.

Closure

Station Road Bridge Parking lot repairs

The Station Road Bridge Trailhead parking lot will be closed October 26–29 for maintenance work. Dates are subject to change due to weather conditions.

Posted or updated Oct 22, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Closure

Stanford Road Pavement Removal October 16–30

The section of the former Stanford Road between Stanford Trailhead and Brandywine Falls, half of Stanford Trailhead parking lot, and a section of the Valley Trail are closed while a contractor removes the old pavement. Stanford Trail remains open to hikers.

Posted or updated Oct 19, 2026 ·Details on nps.gov

Closure

Towpath Trail between Boston and Peninsula

Closed from Boston Trailhead to Lock 29, August 24–November 20, 2026 and March 29–April 21, 2027.

Posted or updated Sep 21, 2026 ·Details on nps.gov

Caution

Vehicle Break-in and Theft Warning

Do not leave valuables in your car. As a last resort, lock items in your trunk before arriving. Thieves target parking lots and break-ins can occur.

Posted or updated Sep 24, 2026 ·Details on nps.gov

Information

Current East Rim Trail Status: Open

As of Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the East Rim Trail System remains open. For more information, visit the website linked below. In good conditions the mountain bike trails are open 6 am-11 pm for bikers and as posted for other trail users. In wet or hazardous conditions, the trail will close to all users to prevent damage. Be flexible; conditions may change throughout the day.

Posted or updated Oct 20, 2026 ·Details on nps.gov

Information

Expect Crowding

Parking lots and popular destinations are crowded especially on weekends and days with warm weather between 10 am and 3 pm.

Posted or updated Sep 24, 2024 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

A boy sits on the edge of a dock fishing in a pond.
Photo: NPS / Elena De Marco

Go Fishing in the Cuyahoga Valley

Fishing is a great way to spend your day in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Learn about the best places to fish and how to responsibly enjoy this pastime.

Year-round Pets allowed

Fishing

See all 18 things to do in Cuyahoga Valley →

Activities the NPS lists for Cuyahoga Valley.

Arts and CultureCraft DemonstrationsCultural DemonstrationsLive MusicBikingMountain BikingFishingFoodPicnickingHands-OnCitizen ScienceHikingHorse TrekkingHorseback RidingLiving HistoryPaddlingCanoeingKayakingStand Up PaddleboardingJunior Ranger ProgramSkiingCross-Country SkiingSnow PlaySnowshoeingWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating hours

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.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park
DayHours
MondayAll Day
TuesdayAll Day
WednesdayAll Day
ThursdayAll Day
FridayAll Day
SaturdayAll Day
SundayAll Day

Weather: 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.

Contact and directions

Phone
4407173890
Email
[email protected]
Address
Boston Mill Visitor Center, Peninsula, OH 44264
Coordinates
41.2609, -81.5712· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Boston Mill Visitor CenterDaily: 9:30AM - 5:00PM4407173890Yes
Canal Exploration CenterMon Closed · Tue Closed · Wed 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Thu 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Fri 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Sat 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Sun 10:00AM - 4:00PM440-717-3825Yes
Hunt HouseDaily: Closed4407173890Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/cuva/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.