Exploring the Natural Beauty of Bedford Reservation

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving within Cuyahoga Valley National Park, take the Ohio Turnpike (I-80) and exit at Route 271 North. Continue on I-271 North for about 8 miles and take the exit for Route 14 West. Follow Route 14 for approximately 2 miles until you reach Egbert Road. Turn right onto Egbert Road, and Bedford Reservation will be on your left at 18753 Egbert Rd, Bedford, OH 44146. Parking is available on-site.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Bedford Reservation via public transportation, take the RTA Bus Route 41 from the park to the nearest station. Get off at the 'Bedford Park' stop. From there, you will need to walk approximately 1.5 miles east along Canal Road, then turn left onto Egbert Road. Continue for about half a mile, and you will reach Bedford Reservation. Be sure to check the RTA schedule for bus times and plan accordingly, as frequency may vary.

• Biking

  If you're in Cuyahoga Valley National Park and prefer to bike, you can use the Towpath Trail heading north. The trail connects to local roads leading to Bedford Reservation. Plan for a distance of about 6 miles from the Towpath Trail entrance near Peninsula to Bedford Reservation. Ensure you have a bike lock and any necessary gear, as well as checking the trail conditions before your ride.