Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

Quick Facts

Railroad Name	Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Website	https://www.cvsr.org/
Train ride	Diesel locomotive pulled train consisting of heritage passenger trains
Location	The railroad has several stations. The northern most station is located at: 7900 Old Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131 Google Map The southern most station is located at: 27 Ridge St., Akron, OH 44308 Google Map
Length of trip	About 1.5 hour
Cost of single ticket	$23.00
Special Trains	The railroad feature several special trains, including: Dinner on the Train Ales on rails Murder Mystery Grape Escape Trivia on the Train Night Ride Caboose Train Ride Breakfast Along the Cuyahoga

Information

The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad is a non-profit organization that operates a scenic passenger train in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Ohio. The train offers a unique and picturesque way to experience the beauty of the park, which is home to a diverse array of plants and animals, as well as a rich cultural history.

The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad operates vintage trains that travel along a historic rail line that runs through the heart of the national park. The trains offer a variety of different experiences, including regular scenic excursions, special themed events, and seasonal events such as a popular “Pumpkin Patch” train in the fall.

In addition to providing a unique and enjoyable way to experience the park, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad also plays an important role in preserving the region’s rail heritage. The organization works closely with the National Park Service to maintain the historic rail line and the vintage trains that run on it, ensuring that future generations can enjoy this unique and beautiful part of Ohio’s history.

Visitors to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park can board the train at various locations throughout the park, including the historic Peninsula Depot. The train offers a relaxing and enjoyable way to take in the beauty of the park, with stunning views of the Cuyahoga River and the surrounding forests, meadows, and wetlands.

Whether you’re a local looking for a unique way to experience the beauty of the Cuyahoga Valley or a visitor looking to add a little adventure to your trip, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad is a must-see attraction. With its charming vintage trains, beautiful scenery, and rich cultural history, it’s an experience you won’t soon forget.

Brief history

The line was originally built by the Valley Railway in or about 1880. The line was in the most recent times owned by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, which became part of the Chessie System. The line is owned by the National Park Service within Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Part of the line is operated by the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway.

Originally known as the Cuyahoga Valley Line, the scenic railroad now operates as Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR).

Notable Roster

The line owns several heritage Alco and Montreal Locomotive Works diesel locomotives.
These include:

Locomotive	Builder	Type	Notes
365	Alco	C-420	Built 1965 Ex-SAL Several owners. Acquired by CVSR in 1998
4241	MLW	C-424	Built 1966 for CP, Acquired by CVSR 2004
800	MLW	FPA-4	Built 1959 for CN, Acquired by CVSR 2000, Painted in Baltimore and Ohio paint scheme
6771	MLW	FPA-14	Built 1959 for CN, Acquired by CVSR 1993
1822	MLW	RS-18	Built 1958 for CP, Acquired by CVSR 1998
6777	MLW	PFA-4	Built 1959 for CN, Acquired by CVSR 1994

On occasion the line hosts visiting steam locomotives

Getting there

The railroad has two stations.
The northern most station is located at:
7900 Old Rockside Rd.,
Independence, OH 44131
The southern most station is located at:
27 Ridge St.,
Akron, OH 44308

Amtrak

The closest Amtrak station to the Independence station is Cleveland. From there it’s a 17 minute drive
The alternative would be the Amtrak station in Alliance OH. It’s about a 42 minute drive to the Akron station

www.amtrak.com

Flying
The closest commercial airport is Cleveland’s Hopkins International Airport