The Cuyahoga River snakes its way for 90 miles through a valley of dense forests, historic villages and organic farms. Situated in northern Ohio, between the cities of Akron and Cleveland, Cuyahoga Valley National Park protects an important piece of American history.
The park is home to the scenic Ohio & Erie Towpath Trail and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, as well as historic farms and even a covered bridge.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is mainly an urban and cultural park, but there’s definitely some wildness and natural beauty to be found, too, including waterfalls and wetlands.
The most colorful of all seasons, fall brings spectacular foliage to national parks all across the United States. From Acadia and Shenandoah in the East to Glacier and Mount Rainier in the West, these are the absolute best national parks to enjoy the warm colors of autumn.
More often than not in America’s national parks, your dog is only allowed in campgrounds, on and near paved roads, and/or in some accommodations. Only in developed areas, in other words. Some parks, however, also welcome dogs on hiking trails. Here are the most dog-friendly national parks of them all.
This news story about the suspension of Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad excursions this spring is based on a March 3, 2023, National Park Service press release. You can read the …
If you’re a national parks lover who enjoys gardening, collecting wild edibles and foraging, you might wonder if foraging is allowed in the national parks. And, as surprising as it …
In the heat of summer, waterfall hikes are among the most enjoyable and popular activities in the national parks, especially if the waterfall also happens to have a swimming hole. …
This new story about the closure of the Brandywine Falls parking lot in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is based on a May 5, 2022, National Park Service press release. You …
Baked zucchini balls recipe inspired by: Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio This fun appetizer is inspired by the historic agricultural practices in Ohio’s Cuyahoga Valley, from Native American crop cultivation …
Three cheese pizza recipe inspired by: Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio Several U.S. national parks have at least some farming history, but there are few where nature and agriculture are …
Three sisters soup recipe inspired by: Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio (alternatively: New River Gorge National Park, West Virginia; Shenandoah National Park, Virginia; or Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North …
Set on the southern shore of Lake Michigan, Chicago has no lack of natural areas and parks, offering visitors a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities. From wind surfing, SUPing …
After a multi-year cleanup process, the National Park Service and Ford have succeeded in cleaning up the former Krejci Dump site. The NPS announced that the project is complete and the site fully restored. It’s now in a stable natural state, ensuring its long-term success as a natural wetland and wildlife habitat.
While popular year-round, Cuyahoga Valley National Park becomes a real tourist magnet in the fall. Through the month of October, its lowland and upland broadleaf forests are illuminated by spectacular fall colors. Check out these fun fall activities in Cuyahoga Valley.
Have you always wanted to ascend an epic mountain pass? Or encircle a volcano rim? Maybe ride through a desert or along a historic trail? Perhaps even share the road with iconic wildlife? Luckily, you can find all that asphaltic amusement in the following best national parks for road cycling.
More than 40 National Park Service sites allow mountain biking, an increasingly popular outdoor adventure sport. Along with many NPS units like national monuments and national recreation areas, those include these nine amazing national parks for mountain biking.