Adopt-a-Trail

Adopt-a-Trail volunteers help park staff maintain safe and well-groomed trails. They participate in trail "sweeps" by picking up litter, trimming branches, clearing culverts, and reporting trail conditions on their adopted trails. For more information about the program,......More

Adopt-a-Trail volunteers help park staff maintain safe and well-groomed trails. They participate in trail "sweeps" by picking up litter, trimming branches, clearing culverts, and reporting trail conditions on their adopted trails. For more information about the program, contact the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park at [email protected].

Oak Hill Trailhead: 3901 Oak Hill Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market: Winter Market

Just because the weather turns cooler doesn’t mean shopping for local food and goods has to end! Join Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market to shop local from over 30 farmers, food entrepreneurs, and artists through the winter season at our indoor farmers’ market at Old Trail ......More

Just because the weather turns cooler doesn’t mean shopping for local food and goods has to end! Join Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market to shop local from over 30 farmers, food entrepreneurs, and artists through the winter season at our indoor farmers’ market at Old Trail School. Click the link below for vendor and location info. 

Old Trail School: 2315 Ira Rd., Bath, OH 44333

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: National Park Scenic Excursion

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose fro......More

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose from two ride options to best fit their schedule and interests. The Classic 24-mile, round-trip ride departs from either the Rockside Depot or the Akron Northside Depot and lasts approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. For guests seeking a shorter adventure, our Express rides depart from the Peninsula Depot and travel round trip either north to Rockside Depot and back or south to Akron Northside Depot and back. These rides last approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.Visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad website for ticket information and the full train schedule.

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

Ranger Talk

Dig deeper into the history and nature of Cuyahoga Valley with a 10-minute presentation in the outdoor pavilion next to Boston Mill Visitor Center. Topics vary. Will move inside for inclement weather. 

Boston Mill Visitor Center: 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Hale Farm & Village: Maple Sugar Festival & Pancake Breakfast

As the temperatures rise and maple sap begins to flow spring is just around the corner! Join the storytellers and artisans of Hale Farm & Village in the sugar camp forest farm and village as they bring the rich flavors and traditions of 19th-century spring to life durin......More

As the temperatures rise and maple sap begins to flow spring is just around the corner! Join the storytellers and artisans of Hale Farm & Village in the sugar camp forest farm and village as they bring the rich flavors and traditions of 19th-century spring to life during this year’s Maple Sugar Festival.Experience live demonstrations of maple tree tapping and sap boiling along with historic cooking traditional crafts seasonal activities and hardworking draft animals—offering a glimpse into daily life on 1800s farms in the Cuyahoga Valley. Enjoy a pancake breakfast at the Gatehouse Visitor Center from 10 am-2 pm and stop by Hale Farm’s MarketPlace open throughout the festival featuring seasonal gifts Ohio-made products and historically inspired items.Come celebrate the sweet taste of spring!

Hale Farm &amp Village: 2686 Oak Hill Rd Bath OH 44210

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: National Park Scenic Excursion

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose fro......More

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose from two ride options to best fit their schedule and interests. The Classic 24-mile, round-trip ride departs from either the Rockside Depot or the Akron Northside Depot and lasts approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. For guests seeking a shorter adventure, our Express rides depart from the Peninsula Depot and travel round trip either north to Rockside Depot and back or south to Akron Northside Depot and back. These rides last approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.Visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad website for ticket information and the full train schedule.

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

Finding Flowers

Join a park ranger to look for the first blooms of spring along the Kendall Ledges. Sturdy shoes and dressing for the weather and conditions is recommended. 2 miles on hilly, stoney trail. Register here!

Location provided upon registration.

Ranger Talk

Dig deeper into the history and nature of Cuyahoga Valley with a 10-minute presentation in the outdoor pavilion next to Boston Mill Visitor Center. Topics vary. Will move inside for inclement weather. 

Boston Mill Visitor Center: 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Hale Farm & Village: Maple Sugar Festival & Pancake Breakfast

As the temperatures rise and maple sap begins to flow spring is just around the corner! Join the storytellers and artisans of Hale Farm & Village in the sugar camp forest farm and village as they bring the rich flavors and traditions of 19th-century spring to life durin......More

As the temperatures rise and maple sap begins to flow spring is just around the corner! Join the storytellers and artisans of Hale Farm & Village in the sugar camp forest farm and village as they bring the rich flavors and traditions of 19th-century spring to life during this year’s Maple Sugar Festival.Experience live demonstrations of maple tree tapping and sap boiling along with historic cooking traditional crafts seasonal activities and hardworking draft animals—offering a glimpse into daily life on 1800s farms in the Cuyahoga Valley. Enjoy a pancake breakfast at the Gatehouse Visitor Center from 10 am-2 pm and stop by Hale Farm’s MarketPlace open throughout the festival featuring seasonal gifts Ohio-made products and historically inspired items.Come celebrate the sweet taste of spring!

Hale Farm &amp Village: 2686 Oak Hill Rd Bath OH 44210

Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market: Winter Market

Just because the weather turns cooler doesn’t mean shopping for local food and goods has to end! Join Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market to shop local from over 30 farmers, food entrepreneurs, and artists through the winter season at our indoor farmers’ market at Old Trail ......More

Just because the weather turns cooler doesn’t mean shopping for local food and goods has to end! Join Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market to shop local from over 30 farmers, food entrepreneurs, and artists through the winter season at our indoor farmers’ market at Old Trail School. Click the link below for vendor and location info. 

Old Trail School: 2315 Ira Rd., Bath, OH 44333

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: National Park Scenic Excursion

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose fro......More

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose from two ride options to best fit their schedule and interests. The Classic 24-mile, round-trip ride departs from either the Rockside Depot or the Akron Northside Depot and lasts approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. For guests seeking a shorter adventure, our Express rides depart from the Peninsula Depot and travel round trip either north to Rockside Depot and back or south to Akron Northside Depot and back. These rides last approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.Visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad website for ticket information and the full train schedule.

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

Ranger Talk

Dig deeper into the history and nature of Cuyahoga Valley with a 10-minute presentation in the outdoor pavilion next to Boston Mill Visitor Center. Topics vary. Will move inside for inclement weather. 

Boston Mill Visitor Center: 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: National Park Scenic Excursion

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose fro......More

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose from two ride options to best fit their schedule and interests. The Classic 24-mile, round-trip ride departs from either the Rockside Depot or the Akron Northside Depot and lasts approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. For guests seeking a shorter adventure, our Express rides depart from the Peninsula Depot and travel round trip either north to Rockside Depot and back or south to Akron Northside Depot and back. These rides last approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.Visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad website for ticket information and the full train schedule.

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

Ranger Talk

Dig deeper into the history and nature of Cuyahoga Valley with a 10-minute presentation in the outdoor pavilion next to Boston Mill Visitor Center. Topics vary. Will move inside for inclement weather. 

Boston Mill Visitor Center: 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Nature Rx: Mindfulness Walk

Join the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park for a mindful nature walk to Beaver Marsh led by Dr. Saira Ismail!This walk will lead participants from the Ira Trailhead to the serene Beaver Marsh which features a boardwalk that meanders through lush vegetation a......More

Join the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park for a mindful nature walk to Beaver Marsh led by Dr. Saira Ismail!This walk will lead participants from the Ira Trailhead to the serene Beaver Marsh which features a boardwalk that meanders through lush vegetation and calm waters. Dr. Ismail Advisor to the Conservancy’s Nature Rx program will guide participants through the walk while sharing the science behind mindfulness in nature.What is a mindfulness walk? While we may be tempted to get our steps in or consider every walk a workout a mindfulness walk invites you to slow your pace and employ your sense to take in the natural world around you. Mindfulness walks can take on many forms sometimes silent or practicing breathwork. Other times isolating one sense at a time. In these moments you are encouraged to let go of the stresses of the day and simply enjoy the natural environment.This walk will be under one mile in length. The trail is fully accessible via the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.This program is part of the Nature Rx program sponsored by AARP Ohio. For more details on the program please visit www.forcvnp.org/naturerx.Additional Event DetailsParking/Directions: Parking is available at the Ira Trailhead located at 3801 Riverview Road Cuyahoga Falls 44264. We will meet at the trailhead kiosk.What to wear/bring: Please wear closed-toed sturdy shoes that you do not mind getting dirty if conditions are muddy.Weather: This is a rain or shine event so please dress accordingly so that you are comfortable. In the case of severe weather (lightning hail storms etc.) we will cancel or postpone.Accessibility: This walk will be under one mile in length. The trail is fully accessible via the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.Participants will be notified of any event changes via email.

Ira Trailhead: 3801 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Recreation 101: Plan Your Paddle

This virtual program will help you safely navigate the Cuyahoga River. This is an opportunity to chat with a ranger about all things paddling whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned kayaker.

Virtual: Link provided upon registration.

Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market: Winter Market

Just because the weather turns cooler doesn’t mean shopping for local food and goods has to end! Join Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market to shop local from over 30 farmers, food entrepreneurs, and artists through the winter season at our indoor farmers’ market at Old Trail ......More

Just because the weather turns cooler doesn’t mean shopping for local food and goods has to end! Join Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market to shop local from over 30 farmers, food entrepreneurs, and artists through the winter season at our indoor farmers’ market at Old Trail School. Click the link below for vendor and location info. 

Old Trail School: 2315 Ira Rd., Bath, OH 44333

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: National Park Scenic Excursion

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose fro......More

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose from two ride options to best fit their schedule and interests. The Classic 24-mile, round-trip ride departs from either the Rockside Depot or the Akron Northside Depot and lasts approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. For guests seeking a shorter adventure, our Express rides depart from the Peninsula Depot and travel round trip either north to Rockside Depot and back or south to Akron Northside Depot and back. These rides last approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.Visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad website for ticket information and the full train schedule.

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

Photo Exploration Hike: Everett Road Trailhead

Slow down and explore the park through the lens of a camera with instructor Rick Santich! Rick, a longtime NPS volunteer photographer, will lead a photo scavenger hunt. Spring flowers on Furnace Run Trail and the Everett Road Covered Bridge will be our hike subjects!We'......More

Slow down and explore the park through the lens of a camera with instructor Rick Santich! Rick, a longtime NPS volunteer photographer, will lead a photo scavenger hunt. Spring flowers on Furnace Run Trail and the Everett Road Covered Bridge will be our hike subjects!We'll discuss telling your stories with your photos, as well as some photography basics. After the scavenger hunt, participants will share their photos.All skill levels welcome. Bring your own smartphone or camera. The hike will be less than two miles at your own pace on flat terrain.

Everett Covered Bridge: 2370 Everett Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Ranger Talk

Dig deeper into the history and nature of Cuyahoga Valley with a 10-minute presentation in the outdoor pavilion next to Boston Mill Visitor Center. Topics vary. Will move inside for inclement weather. 

Boston Mill Visitor Center: 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264

Canalway: Towpath Half

Join our Canalway partners on Sunday April 12 2026 for the Towpath Half! This race event features a half marathon & 5 miler on the Towpath Trail in the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cleveland. This is the first race in the 2026 Towpath Trilogy race series the annual ......More

Join our Canalway partners on Sunday April 12 2026 for the Towpath Half! This race event features a half marathon & 5 miler on the Towpath Trail in the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cleveland. This is the first race in the 2026 Towpath Trilogy race series the annual three-race series on different sections of the Towpath Trail in Cleveland that starts in April and ends in October.The Towpath Half and all Towpath Trilogy races benefit Canalway. Your participation directly supports the programming of the Towpath Trail the development of Canal Basin Park and dozens of other projects within the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area. Learn more about the Towpath Half at https://www.canalwaypartners.com/events/2026/04/12/towpath-half. 

Starting Line: Ohio &amp Erie Canal Reservation: 4524 E. 49th Street Cleveland Ohio

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad: National Park Scenic Excursion

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose fro......More

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this iconic excursion.Guests may choose from two ride options to best fit their schedule and interests. The Classic 24-mile, round-trip ride departs from either the Rockside Depot or the Akron Northside Depot and lasts approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. For guests seeking a shorter adventure, our Express rides depart from the Peninsula Depot and travel round trip either north to Rockside Depot and back or south to Akron Northside Depot and back. These rides last approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.Visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad website for ticket information and the full train schedule.

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

Ranger Talk

Dig deeper into the history and nature of Cuyahoga Valley with a 10-minute presentation in the outdoor pavilion next to Boston Mill Visitor Center. Topics vary. Will move inside for inclement weather. 

Boston Mill Visitor Center: 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, OH 44264