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Cuyahoga Valley National Park OH

Lat, Long: 41.26093905, -81.57116722

Designation: National 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.

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. 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.

Directions:

Plane Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and Akron-Canton Regional Airport offer many daily flights to the area. Car rentals are available at both airports. Bus & Train Bus stations are located in downtown Cleveland and Akron. The Amtrak station is in downtown Cleveland. Car The park is easily accessible by car from all directions. A good place to start your visit is at Boston Mill Visitor Center located at 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, Ohio 44264. (41° 15'45.3" N) (81° 33'37.3" W).

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Address/Contact:

6947 Riverview Road

Peninsula, US, 44264

Phone: 4407173890

Email: cuva_info@nps.gov

Entrance Fees:

People in bright orange kayaks paddle around a bend in a river, past green trees and a rocky shore.Two people stand at the edge of a gray rock cliff; in the distance, sunset and trees in fall colors.A yellow-and-red engine with number 6777 leads a passenger train along tracks through green trees.Viewed from above, people stand on a platform near frothy white water falling over a rocky ledge.Visitors line the concrete edge of a canal lock filled with water, in front of a white building.