Although Cuyahoga Valley is located near the urban environments of Cleveland and Akron, it remains in a world of its own. Named the "crooked river" by American Indians, the winding Cuyahoga gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands. The park is abound with flora and fauna, gives a sense of times past, and provides a refuge Ohio's residents and visitors to experience recreation and solitude.

Park Acreage: 

32776

Highest Point: 

Metro Point (Metro Parks)

Highest Point Elevation: 

1175 feet

Visitor Count: 

2468816

Visitor Count Year Recorded: 

2006

Has Volunteer Program: 

Yes

Has Recycling: 

Yes

Has Shuttle System: 

No

Park Sights: 

Cuyahoga River; Ohio & Erie Canal Townpath

Endangered Species: 

Indian Bat; Piping Plover

Entrance Fees: 

Free

Nearest Major City: 

Akron, OH

Gateway Communities: 

Peninsula, OH; Niles, OH; Hudson, OH; Richfield, OH; Bath, OH; Brecksville, OH

Nearby Airports: 

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE); Akron-Canton Regional Airport (CAK)