Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Closure Caution Information See 6 current alerts
Current alerts (6)
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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.
More from the park: Stanford Road Pavement Removal October 16–30
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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.
More from the park: Towpath Trail between Boston and Peninsula
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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.
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Information
Parking lot repairs
The Station Road Bridge Trailhead parking lot will be closed for short periods for maintenance work in late October. Specific dates TBD, and subject to change due to weather conditions.
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Information
Current East Rim Trail Status: Open
As of Sunday, October 18, 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.
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Information
Expect Crowding
Parking lots and popular destinations are crowded especially on weekends and days with warm weather between 10 am and 3 pm.
Hours
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
| Every day | All Day |
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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.
Visitor centers
Hunt House
Hunt House
| Every day | Closed |
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Coming up:
- Jun 1 – Oct 31: Summer and Fall Weekend Hours
Hunt House may be open as staffing allows, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. It is closed for the rest of the year.
Boston Mill Visitor Center
Boston Mill Visitor Center
| Every day | 9:30AM - 5:00PM |
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Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Holiday Closed (closed)
The Boston Mill Visitor Center is open year-round except for New Years Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holidays. Call 440-717-3890 for details.
Canal Exploration Center
Canal Exploration Center
| Monday – Tuesday | Closed |
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| Wednesday – Sunday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Sep 6 – Oct 31: Fall Operating Hours
- Nov 1 – May 1: Annual Winter Closure (November through April) (closed)
The summer season typically begins in June and ends after Labor Day weekend. Canal Exploration Center has limited hours in the spring and fall and closes for the winter season.
Events in the next few days
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Low Power Happy Hour
· 05:30 PM – 07:30 PM · Happy Days Lodge: 500 West Streetsboro Road, Peninsula 44264
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Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: Fall Scenic Excursion
· 09:00 AM – 07:45 PM · Rockside Station: 7900 Old Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131 | Peninsula Depot: 1630 Mill St., Peninsula, OH 44264 | Akron Northside Station: 27 Ridge St., Akron, OH 44308
Event details: Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: Fall Scenic Excursion
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Adopt-a-Trail: Salt Run
· 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Pine Hollow and Salt Run Trailhead: 5465 Quick Road, Peninsula, OH 44264 · Free
About this 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.