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!
This winter Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad invites you to ride the rails in our recently acquired California Zephyr train cars; the Silver Solarium and Silver Lariat. Dubbed “the most talked about train in America,” the California Zephyr made its inaugural eastbound run on March 20, 1949 with service...
Did you know CVSR owns a caboose? Historically, cabooses provided shelter for the crew at the rear of the train, and also served as the conductor's office. On long routes a caboose would include accommodations and cooking facilities for the crew. Today, we use the caboose...
This Valentine's Day climb aboard the train for date night or an afternoon out with the family! Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad has a variety of excursions around Valentine's Day so you can spend quality time with that special someone. Wine Tasting Our Romantic Reds and Rosés wine tasting...
Peninsula, OH, January 10, 2019 – Starting January 19, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) will be running the National Park Scenic excursion on Saturdays and Sundays through April, as well as special event trains on Fridays. The government shutdown will not impact CVSR’s operations. In addition,...
This winter beat that cabin fever by taking a train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park during the best time of the year! Sit back and relax in a heated train car as you wind through Cuyahoga Valley and view trees covered in glistening snow....
This winter, climb aboard the train with the family for a fun-filled afternoon as you ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Between board games, superheroes and princesses, it's sure to be a fantastic time. Each ride only lasts an hour and a half, perfect for...
This holiday season give the gift of an experience they’ll never forget…a train ride! CVSR has many options for holiday gifts including gift certificates, membership options, and tickets for upcoming excursions. Treat your friends and family to a train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park! [vc_custom_heading...
Climb aboard the train on a crisp winter evening and warm up with friends or family as you sample beer! This winter sip on a selection of five beers as you ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park after dark on one of our Ales on...
Climb aboard the train on a crisp winter evening and warm up with a selection of wine! This winter sip on a selection of five wines as you ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park after dark on one of our Grape Escape excursions. Each train...
Experience the magic of Christmas on board the train Here at Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Christmas means something special to us. It's a time of year where all hands are on deck to create fun-filled holiday themed excursions for families. We're thrilled to be bringing back...
Do you love Halloween as much as we do? Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad celebrated Halloween this year with two special train rides and they were ghoulishly delightful! From spooky and adorable costumes, to pumpkins with googly eyes...
Did you ride the train this summer or fall? Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad's summer season kicked off with Day Out With Thomas! In the last two weekends of May passengers climbed aboard Thomas the Tank Engine. Thomas and friends even granted the wish of Make-A-Wish child, Jordan! National...
CVSR has invited veterans, active military, first responders and up to three family members to take a two-hour complimentary train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Several local and statewide veteran organizations will be in attendance this year. CVSR will host approximately 1,012 veterans and...
Have you heard the market in Akron's Northside Marketplace? Join Countryside for the Countryside Public Market every Sunday from 10 a.m. to2 p.m...
Kick off your weekend with Trivia on the Train! 🌟