Explore Peninsula
The heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park — trails, waterfalls and the scenic railroad.
Things to Do in Peninsula
Parks, playgrounds, trails, waterfalls, restaurants and local businesses — all in one place.
Boston Mill Visitor Center / Towpath Access
Boston Mill Visitor Center / Towpath Access offers visitor center, Towpath, Blue Hen Falls access — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Boston Mills / Brandywine Ski Resorts
Boston Mills / Brandywine Ski Resorts offers skiing, snowboarding, lessons — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Buttermilk Falls
Buttermilk Falls offers waterfall, creek crossing, forest hike — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers Towpath, waterfalls, ledges, river — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad offers scenic train, national park, themed rides — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Szalay's Farm & Market
Szalay's Farm & Market offers corn maze, farm market, CVNP, seasonal family fun — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
The Ledges - CVNP
The Ledges - CVNP offers sandstone ledges, caves, overlook, family hike — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Virginia Kendall Park · The Ledges & Lake
Iconic Cuyahoga Valley National Park destination featuring the historic stone Kendall Lake shelter, towering sandstone ledges, mossy rock stairways, and wooded trails.
Plan a perfect day in Peninsula
Build a custom family itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget.
A Perfect Day in Peninsula
A suggested family itinerary — morning activity, lunch, afternoon adventure and dessert.
Morning Activity
Start with a park, trail or playground nearby.
Lunch
A family-friendly, locally-owned restaurant.
Afternoon Adventure
A second outdoor spot or indoor play space.
Dessert
Ice cream, a bakery or a coffee treat to finish strong.
Plan your own day
Use our itinerary builder to customize a day around your kids' ages, drive time and budget.
Open the Plan Our Day toolFamily FAQ — Peninsula
Quick answers to common questions about things to do with kids in the area.
What are the best things to do with kids in Peninsula, Ohio?
Peninsula, Summit County offers 8 family-friendly spots including parks, playgrounds, trails, restaurants and local businesses. Browse the full list above.
Are there free things to do in Peninsula with kids?
Yes — many parks, playgrounds and trails in Peninsula are free. Use the Things to Do section above and filter for free activities.
How can I plan a full family day in Peninsula?
Use our Plan Our Day tool to build a custom itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget — see the Perfect Day section above.