Plan Your Visit

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Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) is one of the oldest, longest and most scenic tourist excursion railways in the country. It is a private sector, volunteer supported, not-for-profit 501 c3 organization working in partnership with Cuyahoga Valley National Park and dedicated to thepreservation of passenger rail transportation in Cuyahoga Valley and the historic Ohio & ErieCanalway.

CVSR tracks stretch 51 miles, south from Independence just below Cleveland, passing through the 33,000-acre national park to Akron and Canton.

Climb aboard at either Rockside Station in Independence, Peninsula Depot in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Akron Northside Station or, in June, July and August, in Canton. Stay on board for a three-hour round trip, or hop off and explore along the way with a visit to the Canal Visitor Center and view the history of the canal era, the historic Village of Peninsula for shopping and dining, the City of Akron and see the Akron Zoo, Akron Art Museum or one of the other attractions OR travel to the City of Canton to enjoy their venues: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Classic Car Museum, First LadiesHistoric Library or McKinley Monument.

While on board, immerse yourself in the stories and sounds of the Cuyahoga Valley through the Voices of the Valley audio tour. Hear tales about the earliest settlement of the valley, the coming of the Ohio & Erie Canal and Valley Railway, the creation of Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the return of wildlife.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP)

Though a short distance form the urban environments of Cleveland and Akron, CVNP seems worlds away. The winding Cuyahoga—the “crooked river'” as named by American Indians—gives way to deep forests, rolling hills and open farmlands. The park is a refuge for flora and fauna, gives a sense of times past and provides recreation and solitude. Ride the rails to view the beauty of the area through the window of a vintage train car!

Learn More about Cuyahoga Valley National Park Here: http://www.nps.gov/CUVA/index.htm

Months & Days of Operation

CVSR operates 12 months of the year, offering alternative transportation in the national park as well as Bike aboard! Service for bikers on the Towpath Trail.

Weekends Only:

January (check calendar for starting weekend date), February, March, April, May, November and December (limited schedule in December—check calendar for exact dates)

Bike Aboard! service starts the first weekend in April and follows the regular train schedule.

Wednesday through Sunday:

(This schedule is different from the weekend only schedule. Please visit the Train Schedule page for review.)

The train operates Wednesdays through Sundays in June, July, August, September and October

Tickets

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Tickets are at a special rate January through April at just $10 per person

May through December, tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 3—12. Under 3 do not require a ticket.

Tickets are available for purchase on-line by visiting the Calendar of Events page. Follow these easy steps:

Select the date you wish to ride
Choose the station from which you wish to depart, and the departing time
Follow the instructions to finish your purchase—its just that easy!

You can also purchase tickets the day of your trip at the Rockside Station, Peninsula Depot (May through October in the Depot; November through April on the train), and the Akron Northside Station - 1/2 hour prior to departure.

Menu & Concessions

Don't worry about breakfast or lunch—CVSR has everything on board for you! Enjoy a fresh deli sandwich, soups, salads, snacks and more! This great selection of food items are chef-prepared by Acme Catering.

It is a great place to pick up a souvenir of your visit, as well!

Station Locations:

Rockside Station in Independence

7900 Old Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131

Map and Directions: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/2-ncpLXfox

Brecksville Station

13512 Station Rd., Brecksville, OH 44141

( A Bike Aboard! Stop - not a boarding station for regular excursions)

Map and Directions: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/6-*ON7M6gLTkN1Jyooy0dS

Peninsula Depot

1630 Mill Street, Peninsula, OH 44264

Map and Directions: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/2-5Ifa

Akron Northside Station

27 Ridge Street, Akron, OH 44308

Map and Directions: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/1-1OQ_2ZBQcxui

Canton Lincoln Highway Station

1315 Tuscarawas Street, Canton, OH 44702

Map and Directions: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/2-mLHZeRBKalt7IyIGToYK