About Cuyahoga Valley National Park Picnic Shelters
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Picnic Table
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Grill
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
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Reviews (42)
What Guests Are Saying
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Picnic Shelters receive high praise for their beautiful locations, cleanliness, and amenities like kitchenettes and grills, making them ideal for family reunions and company picnics. Many users appreciated the helpful staff and reported that the shelters were perfect for large gatherings. However, some guests noted issues such as long wait times for access codes and unwanted foot traffic from hikers, suggesting improvements in these areas.
What Guests Are Saying
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Picnic Shelters receive high praise for their beautiful locations, cleanliness, and amenities like kitchenettes and grills, making them ideal for family reunions and company picnics. Many users appreciated the helpful staff and reported that the shelters were perfect for large gatherings. However, some guests noted issues such as long wait times for access codes and unwanted foot traffic from hikers, suggesting improvements in these areas.
Review Summary
Andrew W
January 10, 2020
we used the Octagon, and the only thing that was in poor shape were several of the locks (extremely hard to use/open the kitchen, men's room, and others.) It wasn't impossible, but it was very, very difficult. Otherwise, everything was great!
Salvatore G
December 19, 2019
Great location and near ledges to go hiking.
Location Cuyahoga Valley National Park Picnic Shelters
Address:
15610 Vaughn Road
Brecksville, OH, 44141
United States
Ledges Shelter:
701 Truxell Road
Boston Township, Peninsula, OH 44264
Octagon Shelter:
801 Truxell Road
Boston Township, Peninsula, OH 44264
Click here for the quickest routes to Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Picnic Shelters are accessible via Interstate 80, approximately 10 miles to the north, and Interstate 271, about 8 miles to the east. Additionally, Ohio State Route 8 runs nearby, providing further access to the area.
Elevation: 279 feet
11 mi drive to downtown Brecksville (about 21 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- Only the shelter and the large grill adjacent to the shelter are reservable; the fields and restrooms are open to the public.
- SHELTER HOURS: May 1 - September 30: . October 1 - April 30: . Both shelters gates are closed at dusk until morning.
- Space heaters and other large appliances are not permitted. The fireplaces are for ambient heating and do not heat the entire building; dress warmly in winter months.
- Keys for the shelter are kept in a lock box on site. The access code for the key box must be picked up at the Boston Mill Visitor Center located at 6947 Riverview Road, Peninsula, Ohio 44264. The access code may be picked up between . For reservations occurring on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Years Day, the code must be picked up a day in advance. Reservation holder must must bring a copy of the permit when picking up the access code. Rental fees must be paid in advance to receive a key. At the conclusion of the rental, leave the key in the drop box located near the shelter.
- Decoration of shelters must not alter the historic structures in any way, including damage from nails, tacks or tape.
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
- Bounce houses and other inflatables are not permitted.
- Catering trucks and guest vehicles are prohibited from using the service driveway. The service driveway gate cannot be opened for public use
- A Special Use Permit is required for weddings outside the shelter. Visit the Permits & Reservations page on the park website for more information.
- There are two bins of firewood provided with a reservations. The group must provide their own kindling and start the fire themselves. Requests for additional wood are not available.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states.
- Ice Box Cave (at the Ledges) is closed year-round to all park visitors in an effort to slow the spread of White-Nose Syndrome. This emerging fungal disease has killed millions of bats in the US. The main method of transfer of the disease is by bat to bat transmission. Humans can also transport the fungal spores on their shoes, clothes and gear from contaminated sites to new sites. Please help protect our bats! Respect all posted trail restrictions and closed areas. Read more at Bats in the Park on our website. https://www.nps.gov/cuva/learn/nature/bats-in-the-park.htm
- Visit the Cuyahoga Valley National Park website for more information and Things to Do in the park!
- CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations more that 14 days before arrival will receive a refund minus a $10 cancellation fee. Cancellations less than 14 days out will forfeit the entire fee.
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Last updated: August 23, 2026
