Ohio park closures & advisories

8 current advisories — including 2 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

Closed from Boston Trailhead to Lock 29, August 24–November 20, 2026 and March 29–April 21, 2027.

Updated Sep 22, 2026Official notice ↗

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 ↗

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Information

National Park Service

As of Wednesday, October 21, 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 da…

Updated Oct 21, 2026Official notice ↗

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Caution

National Park Service

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.

Updated Sep 25, 2026Official notice ↗

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

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Caution

National Park Service

Beginning Sunday 01 Nov 2026 Hebble Creek Road will have restricted traffic due to the annual Purple Heart/Wounded Warrior event in the area of Huffman Prairie Flying Field, War Fighter Training Center and Huffman Prairie. Please follow all signage on site, as some areas may be closed during this period.

Updated Oct 28, 2026

James A Garfield National Historic Site

Caution

National Park Service

The lift to the porch of the Garfield Home is currently unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Updated Oct 9, 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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