Finding a campsite within Cuyahoga Valley National Park got harder a few years ago when the campsites at the Stanford House were shutdown. For the past few years I was under the impression that the Stanford House sites were the only camping options within Cuyahoga Valley National Park, until I discovered the sites at Ottawa Point, located in the northern portion of the park.
The Buckeye Trail is a 1,440-mile long hiking trail that circles the state, and a portion of this long trail cuts through Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Cleveland Metropark established some backcountry campsites at Ottawa Point that can be snagged by completing a free permit. The area contains (3) campsites, a food storage area, portable water area and bathrooms nearby.
The park has established a few rules for these sites hikers should know about ahead of time.
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(4) persons and/or (2) small backpacking tents allowed.
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1 night maximum stay.
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No fires are permitted
To snag a permit, follow this link or call 216-635-3304