Contact Information:
15,610 Vaughn Road, Brecksville, OH, 44141
Phone: 216-524-1497
General Information:
Surprised? Yes, a national park located in northern Ohio. What may be more surprising is how beautiful it is. Unlike vast desert, this national park is full of peace and long-haul routes, wooded hills and tranquil marsh is booming with beavers and herons. It can be a relaxing holiday, but
offers many opportunities for the asset.
The park continues the urban area to serve in a variety of ways. Residents often, while cyclists to see jogging trails, a walk through the park. Even in winter, children can be seen as a step of the Hill Flash on their sleds. Cuyahoga Valley feels like an escape from urban civilization and can be enjoyed by all ages.
History:
For 12,000 years, humans have inhabited the area of the Cuyahoga River, so that archaeological sites across the valley heritage. The river was an important transport route for Native Americans, who called the Cuyahoga River -. Meaning "crooked river" Actually it was a neutral territory, traveling to all tribes in the Great Lakes.
Arrived by the 1600s, European explorers and traps. The first European settlement, the city of Moravia Pilgerruh, near the meeting Tinkers Creek and the Cuyahoga River. In 1786, 3.5 million hectares reserved Connecticut in northern Ohio for the solution of its citizens,
also known as the Western Reserve. In 1796 Moses Cleaveland came as a sales representative for the Connecticut Land Company serve and helped the city ... you guessed it - Cleveland.
Opened in 1827, the Ohio and Erie Canal between Cleveland and Akron, replacing the primary transport traffic in the Midwest river. He was replaced by the railroad in the 1860s.
In December 1974, President Gerald Ford appointed the area known as Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area. It was later referred to Cuyahoga Valley National Park, October 11, 2000th
Opening times:
Cuyahoga Valley is truly a park all year round. Every season seems more beautiful than the last and has a number of activities for visitors. Weekends are usually full of spring to autumn, the done the most spectacular seasons. During the spring brings colorful flowers, autumn leaves, is amazing. And if you want skiing, snowshoeing and tobogganing, plan a visit in the winter months.
Instructions:
The most important airports are in Cleveland and Akron. (Find Flights from Cleveland), take I-77 10 miles south ... and you're done! Head of Akron five miles north on I-77 or Ohio 8. If you are driving from the east or west, note that the I-80 and I-271 bisect the park and it will be easier their itineraries.
Fees / Permits:
No Thing! Not only is the park to, so do not require an entry fee, pay no camping permits. Are there activities or special events, the park will charge a certain fee.
Main attractions:
If you have a day or a week, Cuyahoga Valley offers secluded trails, forest views and incredible stunts to enjoy. Here are some of the highlights:
Ohio and Erie Towpath Trail: In many ways, this approach is at the heart of all activities in the park. Accessible for runners, walkers and cyclists, through forests, meadows and wetlands
Tinkers Creek Gorge: The National Natural Monument offers spectacular views of the valley and the river 200 feet high
Bridal Veil Falls: A 15 meter high waterfalls down several levels slate strips that create each with a different level of erosion and a candle effect as
Brandywine Falls most popular attraction of the park is the 60 meter high waterfall. Discover the browser path 1.5 miles Brandywine Gorge Trail you to explore over the falls
Shelves: This trail is rough sand about 320 million years ago. Do not miss Ice Box Cave, a narrow passage, which is very cold indeed
Accommodation:
There are no campgrounds in the park and wild camping is allowed. However, the National Park and private campgrounds in the area. Most national parks are near West Branch State Park (330-296-3239) and Findley Lake State Park (440-647-4490), both located about 31 miles away. Private campgrounds are near Silver Springs Park (330-689-2759) and Streetsboro / Cleveland SE KOA (330-650-2552), both. Within 11 miles
For more options, you can download a full list of camps in the Cuyahoga Valley.
Accommodation is available in the park. The Inn at Brandywine Falls has three bedrooms and three suites, all. With free breakfast for the guests It is open all year round and the prices range from $ 119- $ 298 per night.
The Stanford Hostel is open all year. It was built in 1843 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There are separate rooms for men and women, for $ 16 per day, plus a rent of $ 3 bed if needed.
Interests outside the park
First Ladies National Historic Site: Two properties, home of Ida McKinley First Lady and the seven-story 1895 National City Bank building are available on this page, honoring the life and achievements of the first ladies in history.
Hale Farm & Village: Located in Oak Hill Road, on the south-western part of the park, this living museum, which brought to life in a reconstructed 19th century typical community.
Boston Mills / Brandywine Ski Resort. For skiers and snowboarders of all ages and experience levels Each station has at least one snow park.
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