Ohio park closures & advisories

10 current advisories — including 4 full closures across Ohio's state parks and national parks. Confirm with the park before you go.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Closure

National Park Service

The Boston Store access road, limited mobility parking lot, and river landing drop-off and pick-up point will be closed on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 7 am - 1 pm, during a public sturgeon release event.

Updated Sep 14, 2026

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Closure

National Park Service

Hunt House Trailhead to north end of Beaver Marsh boardwalk closed from Monday, August 17 at 7 am to Friday, September 25 at 5 pm. Weekdays only, open on weekends. Beaver marsh open and accessible via Ira Trailhead. Boston Trailhead to Lock 29 in Peninsula: August 24–November 20, 2026 and March 29–April 21, 2027.

Updated Sep 17, 2026Official notice ↗

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Closure

National Park Service

The Huffman Prairie Flying Field and the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center will remain closed on 9/18 and 9/19 in support of the US Air Force Marathon, due to the marathon route closing Route 444 and Kauffman Road. Normal hours of operation will resume on Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Updated Sep 17, 2026

Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial

Closure

National Park Service

The Plazas, Rotunda, and the Observation Deck of the Memorial will be inaccessible for the 2026 and 2027 seasons due to the Upper and Lower Plaza Rehabilitation. The visitor center and grounds will remain open. Thank you for your understanding.

Updated May 27, 2026Official notice ↗

James A Garfield National Historic Site

Alert

National Park Service

The elevator to the second level of the Garfield Home, including the presidential memorial library, is currently not working. Visitors using wheelchairs or who cannot climb stairs will be escorted to the house museum after viewing the first floor of the home to wait for the tour to finish. We apologize for this inconve…

Updated Sep 5, 2026

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Information

National Park Service

As of Wednesday, September 16, 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…

Updated Sep 17, 2026Official notice ↗

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Caution

National Park Service

Car break-ins in Cuyahoga Valley have tripled since 2022, resulting in theft of personal items like credit cards. Do not leave valuables in your car. As a last resort, lock items in your trunk before arriving. Thieves target parking lots regularly.

Updated Sep 27, 2023

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Information

National Park Service

Parking lots and popular destinations are crowded especially on weekends and days with warm weather between 10 am and 3 pm.

Updated Sep 24, 2024

First Ladies National Historic Site

Caution

National Park Service

While planning your visit to the site please note that we are currently experiencing some high temperatures in the Visitor Center. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause as we work to alleviate the issue.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

William Howard Taft National Historic Site

Information

National Park Service

Please visit the Guided Tours of the Taft Family Home page to review the tour times available for visitors on weekend day visits.

Updated Mar 19, 2024Official notice ↗

← All states · Sources: California State Parks & the National Park Service. Conditions change; always confirm before traveling.

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