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Inn at Brandywine Falls
Romantic 1848 Greek Revival inn steps from the park's most famous waterfall β beautifully restored, excellent breakfast
Read reviews on TripAdvisor βSheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls
Full-service Sheraton near Cuyahoga Falls β indoor pool, restaurant, good location for park and Akron dining
Read reviews on TripAdvisor βHilton Akron Fairlawn
Reliable Hilton quality near the Turnpike β excellent amenities, good base for Cuyahoga Valley and Akron dining
Read reviews on TripAdvisor βGlidden House Inn Cleveland
Beautiful French Gothic mansion B&B near Cleveland's cultural district β good choice for combining park with Cleveland sightseeing
Read reviews on TripAdvisor βπΊοΈ Map of Cuyahoga Valley
Area map β recommended towns to stay near Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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π Drive Times to Park Entrances
| Stay Area | Nearest Entrance | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peninsula, OH | Boston Mill Visitor Center | 2 mi | 5 min |
| Akron, OH | South entrance (Hines Hill) | 8 mi | 15 min |
| Cleveland, OH | North entrance (Canal Visitor Center) | 20 mi | 25 min |
| Hudson, OH | East entrance | 5 mi | 10 min |
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About Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Cuyahoga Valley is a 33,000-acre park between Cleveland and Akron along the Cuyahoga River. One of the most visited national parks in the country, it offers hiking, biking on the Towpath Trail, a scenic railway, waterfalls, and a restored 19th-century canal. Brandywine Falls is one of Ohio's most photographed natural features.
Top Highlights
- βBrandywine Falls β 65-ft waterfall, most popular and photographed site in the park
- βTowpath Trail β 20 miles of flat trail along historic Ohio & Erie Canal
- βCuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad β vintage train rides through the valley
- βLedges Trail β unique Sharon conglomerate rock formations
- βBlue Hen Falls β less crowded waterfall, excellent for photography
- βStanford House hostel β 1843 farmhouse hostel inside the park
Best Time to Visit
Year-round β one of few parks fully accessible in winter. Fall foliage (mid-October) is spectacular. Spring brings peak waterfall flows. Summer weekends are very crowded.
π‘ Insider Tip
The park has no entrance fee and no traditional gateway town β it is surrounded by suburban areas. Peninsula is the closest small town with some B&Bs. Akron and Cleveland offer full hotel selections 30-40 minutes away.
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