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.
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.
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…
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.