Cuyahoga Falls in Summit County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Where The Fun Is
Photographed By Craig Doda, May 20, 2023
1. Where The Fun Is Marker, Side One
People have used the Gorge for recreation for over 100 years.
Though long known as a local scenic landmark, it wasn't until 1878 that the Gorge got its first park - High Bridge Glens Park. Visitors came from as far as New York and Pennsylvania to hike past cliffs and cataracts. The park closed about 1900.
Riverview Park operated in the Gorge between 1918 and 1933, offering a roller coaster, a flying swing ride, various concessions and a dance hall.
Gorge Metro Park opened in 1930 on land donated by the predecessor of Ohio Edison. Every year thousands of area residents visit and enjoy this scenic wonderland of rocks and river.
Erected by Summit Metro Parks.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Natural Features • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1878.
Location. 41° 7.349′ N, 81° 29.703′ W. Marker is in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, in Summit County. Marker is on Gorge Trail, 0.4 miles north of Front Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Cuyahoga Falls OH 44221, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Power of Water (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); More than a Metro Park (about 700 feet away);
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Photographed By Craig Doda, May 20, 2023
2. Where The Fun Is Marker, Side Two
Credits. This page was last revised on July 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 19, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 54 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 19, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
