Northampton Point River Access

There is an information kiosk, a changing area, and a portable restroom near the parking lot.

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Quick Facts

Location:

3132 Akron Peninsula Road, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44313. Follow the marked path to the river.

Significance:

Provides paddlers with access to the Cuyahoga River Water Trail

Designation:

Cuyahoga River Water Trail, National Water Trail

Amenities

4 listed

Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board, Parking - Auto, Restroom - Seasonal

This site is in Cuyahoga Falls, a gateway to Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Northampton Point can serve as a take-out for paddlers arriving from Summit Metro Parks’ Valley View Area of Cascade Valley Metro Park. This 6-mile paddle would typically take 2 to 3 hours. For more information visit the Cuyahoga River Water Trail website.

Things to Know for Paddlers

• A paved parking lot, seasonal restroom, changing area, and informational bulletin board are available on site.
• Dropoff/pickup is 500 feet from the water’s edge over a gravel path and the riverbank.
• Class I flow to Lock 29 Trailhead with a Class II feature just upstream of Lock 29. Always paddle within your skill level.

Known Hazards

Downstream:

Just above the Lock 29 access site are the remains of a historic mill beside a natural waterfall. Do not paddle through the mill race on river left. At the waterfall, stay away from the dam remnant on river right. In case of emergency, portage left near the Main Street (SR 303) bridge upstream of Lock 29.