Getting to Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Cuyahoga Valley National Park sits in OH, United States, with Twinsburg the nearest town of any size — about 7.6 mi (12.2 km) out, or roughly 20 min of driving.
Drive times from Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Cuyahoga Valley National Park sits close enough to Point Pelee National Park, Rouge National Park, and New River Gorge National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Point Pelee National Park | 71.1 mi (114 km) | 2 hr 8 min |
| Rouge National Park | 220 mi (354 km) | 5 hr 40 min |
| New River Gorge National Park | 220 mi (355 km) | 5 hr 40 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Twinsburg | 7.6 mi (12.2 km) | 20 min |
| Akron | 11.1 mi (17.8 km) | 30 min |
| Brunswick | 15.2 mi (24.4 km) | 38 min |
| Medina | 17.8 mi (28.6 km) | 43 min |
| Cleveland | 19.5 mi (31.3 km) | 45 min |
| North Ridgeville | 26.4 mi (42.6 km) | 57 min |
| Willoughby | 28.6 mi (46 km) | 1 hr 1 min |
| Eastlake | 29.1 mi (46.8 km) | 1 hr 2 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Cuyahoga Valley National Park?
Twinsburg, about 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away — roughly 20 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Cuyahoga Valley National Park?
The practical bases are Twinsburg, Akron, and Brunswick — all within a reasonable drive of the park.