The section of the former Stanford Road between Stanford Trailhead and Brandywine Falls, half of Stanford Trailhead parking lot, and a section of the Valley Trail are closed while a contractor removes the old pavement. Stanford Trail remains open to hikers.
Closed from Boston Trailhead to Lock 29, August 24–November 20, 2026 and March 29–April 21, 2027.
Do not leave valuables in your car. As a last resort, lock items in your trunk before arriving. Thieves target parking lots and break-ins can occur.
As of Sunday, October 18, 2026, the East Rim Trail System remains open. For more information, visit the website linked below. In good conditions the mountain bike trails are open 6 am-11 pm for bikers and as posted for other trail users. In wet or hazardous conditions, the trail will close to all users to prevent damage. Be flexible; conditions may change throughout the day.
Parking lots and popular destinations are crowded especially on weekends and days with warm weather between 10 am and 3 pm.
The Station Road Bridge Trailhead parking lot will be closed for short periods for maintenance work in late October. Specific dates TBD, and subject to change due to weather conditions.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is open everyday, 24 hours a day with the following exceptions: Brandywine Falls, Ledges, Octagon, Kendall Lake, and Kendall Hills close from dusk until morning opening.