Though it is said that CVNP is home to over 100 waterfalls throughout the park, there are two with dedicated hiking trails and great appeal. Brandywine Falls is the larger and more popular of the two at over 60 feet tall. The falls have a boardwalk style path leading to multiple viewpoints.

Can you swim at Cuyahoga Valley National Park?

In addition to hiking, Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers many other outdoor activities. Feel free to take a bike ride on one of their designated bicycle trails. Swimming is permitted in all areas of the park with the exception of Indigo Lake and Kendall Lake.

Can you drive through Cuyahoga Valley National Park?

Riverview Road stretches for nearly 20 miles through this park, taking visitors on a journey worthy of revisiting time and time again. Also known as County Road 9, this route offers one of the best ways to see the Cuyahoga Valley National Park without ever setting foot in it.

What should you not miss in Cuyahoga National Park?

8 Things You Can’t Miss On Your First Visit to Cuyahoga Valley

  • The Ledges Trail.
  • Blue Hen Falls.
  • The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.
  • Canal Exploration Center.
  • Click NEXT to see sights 5-8 {including the most majestic waterfall in the entire park!}

What is the tallest waterfall in Ohio?

Brandywine Falls
Standing at 65 feet tall, Brandywine Falls at Cuyahoga Valley National Park is arguably the most stunning waterfall in the Buckeye State. If you have a waterfall bucket list for Ohio, this one belongs at the top.

Is the Cuyahoga River clean now?

Thanks to decades of clean-up work, the Cuyahoga River is on the mend. Parts of the river still suffer from unhealthy amounts of sewage. But aquatic bug populations, which are sensitive to pollution, are increasing. Today more than 40 species of fish swim in the river’s waters.

How long does it take to drive through Cuyahoga Valley National park?

With 4 hours spent on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad trip, I had roughly another 3½ hours in this area to get around to the other locations visited. It was a comfortable pace. I didn’t feel rushed. Many parts of this park are wheelchair accessible.

Does it cost money to go to Cuyahoga Valley National Park?

Cuyahoga Valley does not charge an entrance fee.