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Fall Train Rides

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...

couple dressed in 1940s attire embracing each other in front of steam engine.

Dress In Your Best 1940s Attire For a Chance To Win

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...

Your Membership Means More Than You Think…

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...

A Leap Of Love Aboard the Train

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 Trip Back in Time Aboard Steam Engine No. 765

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...

Father’s Day Beer Tasting

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...

Volunteers Complete Restoration of Historic Mural

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...

Sample Itinerary June – August: Deboarding at Rockside Station

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...

Sample Itinerary June – August: Deboarding at 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...