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These hardly seem like typical national park activities, but they come with the territory.<\/p>\n

Located in a suburban corridor in northeastern Ohio, Cuyahoga Valley was established as a national recreation area in 1974; it was designated a national park in 2000. Unlike traditional wilderness parks in the West, it was pieced together amid a modern landscape of towns, highways, farms, and city parks.<\/p>\n

Over time, Cuyahoga Valley National Park has incorporated or partnered with all sorts of attractions, from historic inns to ski resorts to the Cleveland Orchestra and its summer concerts at Blossom Music Center.<\/p>\n

In the years since it was established, attitudes regarding the park\u2019s farms have changed. Many farmsteads were abandoned when the park opened, having sat derelict for years. Now the National Park Service, together with the local Countryside Conservancy, is offering incentives for sustainable agriculture, aiming to preserve the traditional lifestyle of the area. Today, around a dozen farms operate within the park, and a summer farmers market at Howe Meadow has become very popular.<\/p>\n

Make no mistake, though. Cuyahoga Valley offers a wide range of rewards for lovers of the natural world. Visitors can explore geological features and enjoy some of the prettiest waterfalls in the eastern United States.<\/p>\n

Rugged gorges are dotted with wildflowers in spring, and trails through dense forest offer a soothing escape. Beavers and otters swim in park marshes, while bald eagles and peregrine falcons nest nearby. Anglers cast for steelhead trout in the revitalized Cuyahoga River.<\/p>\n

Linking many park sites is the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail<\/strong>. The Towpath Trail is truly the heart of the park, patronized by walkers, runners, bicyclists, and in winter by cross-country skiers. It traverses the park for 20 miles in its 84-mile route, which starts in Cleveland and runs south through four counties.<\/p>\n

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How to Visit<\/h2>\n

You can experience the park in a single day, but to take advantage of the park\u2019s cultural offerings, plan on two or three days. The centrally located Boston Mill Visitor Center,<\/strong> a restored 1836 building located on the Towpath Trail, provides information on park activities.<\/p>\n

Walking part of the Towpath Trail is a must, as are trips to waterfalls, such as Brandywine Falls<\/strong>. Check at the visitor center for activity options, including information on a trip on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad<\/strong> (fee; cvsr.com) and where to rent bikes. To get the most from a visit to the park, combine nature excursions to spots such as the Ledges<\/strong> with activities such as farm visits or a stroll around the village of Peninsula,<\/strong> with its interesting shops and art galleries.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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How to get there<\/strong><\/h3>\n

From Cleveland, take I-77 south and from Akron take I-77 north to I-271 and go north 3.7 miles to Ohio 303. Go east 1.8 miles to Riverview Rd. Head north 1.6 miles and turn east to reach the park visitor center.<\/p>\n

When to go<\/h3>\n

Late spring through fall is best for enjoying the Towpath Trail and hiking trails; colorful foliage is a bonus in autumn. Cross-country skiing and sledding are popular in winter. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad operates year-round except for two weeks in Jan.<\/p>\n

Visitor Center<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The historic Boston Mill<\/strong> is the park\u2019s main visitor center, located on Boston Mills Road, just east of Riverview Road. Open year-round.<\/p>\n

Headquarters<\/h3>\n

15610 Vaughn Rd. Brecksville, OH 44141 nps.gov\/cuva<\/a> 330-657-2752<\/p>\n

Camping<\/h3>\n

Camping in the park is prohibited. For information on other nearby Towpath Trail camping opportunities, call 330- 867-5511 (Summit County), or 330-477- 3552 (Stark County).<\/p>\n

Lodging<\/h3>\n

Two lodging options are located in the park. The 1848 Inn at Brandywine Falls<\/strong> (innatbrandywinefalls.com<\/a>; 330-467- 1812) offers B&B-style rooms. The Stanford House<\/strong> (330-657-2909) offers dorm-style rooms. Hotels are plentiful in nearby towns, including Hudson<\/strong> and Independence<\/strong>. visitakron.summit.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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