Welcome to Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad’s blog! We are committed to providing passengers with information about our train and updates about CVSR. Our blog provides you with more information on the developments at CVSR, as well as pieces of information that park visitors will find useful. From showcasing our volunteers, to featuring new and exciting upcoming events, follow our blog posts to stay up to date on all things CVSR!
Fall is one of the most beautiful times to explore Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Throughout October and November the valley transforms into vibrant reds, yellows and oranges, all of which you can see from the train. We invite you to join us this autumn for...
New this year for Steam in the Valley 2019! Post your photos in your ’40s or ’50s attire to Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #CVSRSteam19 for a chance to win a $200 CVSR gift certificate. See contest rules below: Post a photo in your ’40s or...
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad memberships are a key contributor to the historic preservation of aging railcars and expanding education programs. CVSR has offered membership options for guests since 2003 as a way to support the nonprofit railroad. Memberships assist CVSR in providing much needed repairs...
It started with a missed train ride…In the summer of 2017 Rob and Deanna met during a Latin dance class in Cleveland. Hitting it off, Rob took the leap and asked Deanna out. Following their first date to an Indian’s game, Rob scheduled a dinner...
Experience a one of a kind living history event aboard a 1940's steam locomotive. Aboard the two-and-a-half-hour ride, passengers will enjoy live 40’s style music, an onboard quartet, and an opportunity to deboard for an exclusive photo run-by at Indigo Lake. The train gives a...
There's always the questions, "What do you want for Father's Day this year?" and "What should we get Dad? I have absolutely no idea". Instead of spending endless hours on Amazon searching for Father's Day gifts that he'll only use twice this summer, give him...
A group of 12 CVSR volunteers have completed the restoration of a historic mural in the 1940’s Saint Lucie Sound Lounge Car. The restoration of the 1946 mural has taken 1,494 volunteer hours to complete over the course of more than two years.The mural was...
Explore near Rockside Station with a Coach All Day Pass! Looking to explore Independence? Purchase a coach ticket which acts as an all-day pass, allowing you to deboard and reboard the train throughout the day. With a coach ticket you can board at Peninsula or Akron...
Explore Akron with a Coach All Day Pass! Looking to explore Akron? Purchase a coach ticket which acts as an all-day pass, allowing you to deboard and reboard the train throughout the day. With a coach ticket you can board at Rockside or Peninsula Station and...
Explore Peninsula with a Coach All Day Pass! Looking to explore the Village of Peninsula? Purchase a coach ticket which acts as an all-day pass, allowing you to deboard and reboard the train throughout the day. With a coach ticket you can board at Rockside or...
Tired of the same four walls? Looking for a unique experience to host your next board meeting, team building event, or appreciation for your employees or clients? Consider hosting your next company event or meeting aboard a historic train! Spark an idea. There's something about weaving through...
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad recently received an $8,000 grant from The R.C. and Katharine M. Musson Foundation in support of its “Powering Ahead” Capital Campaign. CVSR is the midst of a first-ever capital campaign in support of a master plan to expand, enhance and preserve...
Exploring Akron with a Coach All Day Pass Looking to explore the Akron? Purchase a coach ticket which acts as an all-day pass, allowing you to deboard and reboard the train throughout the day. With a coach ticket you can board at Rockside or Peninsula Depot...
Explore Peninsula with a Coach All Day Pass Looking to explore the Village of Peninsula? Purchase a coach ticket which acts as an all-day pass, allowing you to deboard and reboard the train throughout the day. With a coach ticket you can board at Rockside or...
The Nickel Plate Road Steam Locomotive No. 765 returns in September. For details please visit https://www.cvsr.org/steam/