![]() NPS/ D.J. REISER Beaver MarshThe Beaver Marsh is among the most diverse natural communities in Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP). The exceptional scenery and wildlife make it one of the park’s most popular destinations. Here you can enjoy photography, bird watching, and sharing nature with family and friends.Tips for a great visit to Beaver Marsh:
![]() NPS/ TOM JONES Brandywine FallsBrandywine Falls is one of the most popular locations in the park. This 60-foot waterfall is accessed via a partially accessible boardwalk. For a more challenging trip, take the steep stairs to the lower viewpoint or the 1.4-mile Brandywine Gorge Trail. During peak hours parking here is limited, view our parking tips page here for more information.Tips for a great visit to the falls:
![]() NPS / D.J. REISER The LedgesThe Ritchie Ledges are witnesses to change - from creation out of Sharon Conglomerate millions of years ago, to landscapes wrecked by humans and to preservation today. The Civilian Conservation Corps created the park you see today, building trails and shelters throughout the area. During peak hours the Ledges are the best place to visit to find parking.Tips for a great visit to The Ledges:
![]() D.J. REISER Blue Hen FallsThis 15-foot waterfall is a beautiful hike any time of year. Hike 1.5 miles (one way) from Boston Mill Visitor Center. There is an unmarked road crossing at the top of the hill. From there, the falls are a steep half-mile hike.Tips for a great visit to the falls:
![]() NPS/ RICK MCMEECHAN The Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath TrailThe Towpath Trail is open 24 hours, giving you the chance to explore after dark. Within the national park, the trail is level and hard-packed for people using wheelchairs, bicycles, or strollers. The National Park Service does not plow the trail in the winter to permit cross-country skiing.Tips for a great visit on the Towpath Trail:
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Last updated: April 15, 2020