Cuyahoga Valley National Park is open every day.  Some areas close at dusk. The remaining areas are open 24 hours. All visitor centers are closed, Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.

VISITOR CENTERS:
These park facilities are a good place to start your visit at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Meet park staff, get questions answered, and learn more about park scheduled events and places to visit. You can pick up relevant brochures, maps, and passport stamps at all visitor centers. Purchase park-themed merchandise and America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes at both Canal Visitor Center and Boston Store Visitor Center.

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• Boston Store Visitor Center
  1548 Boston Mills Road, east of Riverview Road, Peninsula.
  The exhibits tell the story of canal-boat building in the valley.     
       Spring: Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  
  
• Canal Visitor Center
  7104 Canal Road, intersection of Canal and Hillside Roads, Valley View.
  Information focuses on life along the canal and  human history in the valley.
       Year round: Daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  
  
• Frazee House
  7733 Canal Road, 4 miles south of Rockside Road, Valley View.
  This house features exhibits relating to architectural styles, construction techniques, and the Frazee family.
       Spring: Closed
  
  
• Hunt Farm Visitor Information Center
  2054 Bolanz Road, between Riverview and Akron Peninsula Roads, Peninsula 
  The exhibits highlight agricultural history and recreational opportunities in the valley. 
       Spring: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  
  
• NPS Park Headquarters
  15610 Vaughn Road, intersection of Vaughn and  Riverview Roads, Brecksville
  Visitors' desk is not staffed. Brochures are available on a self-serve basis.
       Year-round: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  
  
• Peninsula Depot Visitor Center
  1630 Mill Street, off Akron Peninsula Road, north of SR 303, Peninsula.
  This is an information and orientation facility developed to help visitors explore CVNP, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, the Village of Peninsula, and the Ohio & Erie Canalway. 
       Spring: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
                 
• Winter Sports Center at Kendall Lake
  1000 Truxell Road, 2 miles west of Akron Cleveland Road, Peninsula.
  This facility offers the rental of winter equipment, as well as ski and snowshoe instruction. The center closes after February 28, 2009 but may open when there is at least 4 inches of snow after a heavy snowfall.
        

SPECIAL EVENTS SITE:

• Happy Days Lodge, 500 West Streetsboro Road (SR 303), Peninsula.
  This is a special events site only.The facility is available for rentals, concerts, lectures, and special activities. For reservations, call (330) 657-2909 ext. 119.

RETAIL STORES OPERATED BY CUYAHOGA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK ASSOCIATION:

• Park Place in Peninsula
  1593 Main Street (SR 303), Peninsula.
  Formerly the Blue Heron Bookstore, it features park-related items, including gifts, apparel, books, and a special selection for train enthusiasts from Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.
       Spring: Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
             
• Trail Mix
  1565 Boston Mills Road, opposite Boston Store Visitor Center, Peninsula.
  This little store is a great place to take a break from your favorite park activities. Purchase ice cream, baked goods, sandwiches, and snacks.
        Spring: Join us on April 25th for our opening day of the 2009 season.