Ledges in Cuyahoga National Park

Ledges

The best spot to watch the sunset.

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Ledges Details

Arguably the second most popular destination in the park, this impressive view looks west across the Cuyahoga Valley and offers an excellent view of the sunset on a clear day. Located in the south western section of the Ledges Trailhead area, a follow the Ledge Trail from the Trailhead or cut across the wide open field to reach the vista. For the latest sunrise and sunset times for the Park, be sure to select the "Ledges Sunset/Sunrise" option from the Related Points of Interest list below.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Ledges

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0.1 mi away

Hiking

Over 125 miles of trails are open for hiking year round.

0.3 mi away

The Ledges Trail

Scenic vistas and geologic formations.

0.3 mi away

Ledges Shelter

A large and popular picnic area near the Ritchie Ledges.

0.3 mi away

Ledges Trailhead

A semi-permament restroom at the trailhead.

0.4 mi away

Ledges

The cool, moist hemlock and yellow birch forests.