Where is Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, USA?

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Where is Cuyahoga Falls Located? - Cuyahoga Falls is a city located in the Summit County of Ohio, United States. Cuyahoga Falls lies between 40.6642699 Degrees North latitudes and 73.7084645 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Cuyahoga Falls?: The Google Map showing the location of Cuyahoga Falls in the U.S. state of Ohio.

Where is Cuyahoga Falls Located?

Cuyahoga Falls is a city located in the Summit County of Ohio, United States. Cuyahoga Falls lies between 40.6642699 Degrees North latitudes and 73.7084645 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Cuyahoga Falls city is 51114 people and the city has a total area of 25.8 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Quick Facts

FieldValue
CityCuyahoga Falls
CountySummit County
StateOhio
State CapitalColumbus
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude41.1339°N
Longitude81.4846°W
Elevation~1,050 ft (320 m)
Land Area~25.1 sq mi
Water Area~0.3 sq mi
Total Area~25.4 sq mi
Population~51,000 (2020 Census)
Population Density~2,000 per sq mi
ZIP Codes44221, 44223
Area Code330, 234
Time Zone (Standard)Eastern Standard Time (EST) UTC -5
Time Zone (DST)Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) UTC -4
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code39-20714

Nearby Cities to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

  • Akron, Ohio — 5 mi South
  • Stow, Ohio — 3 mi North
  • Kent, Ohio — 10 mi East
  • Hudson, Ohio — 8 mi North
  • Tallmadge, Ohio — 6 mi Southeast
  • Barberton, Ohio — 10 mi Southwest
  • Wadsworth, Ohio — 15 mi Southwest
  • Cleveland, Ohio — 30 mi North
  • Macedonia, Ohio — 12 mi North
  • Munroe Falls, Ohio — 4 mi North

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January34192.7
April58373.4
July83623.8
October62443.2
Annual594139.5
Climate AttributeValue
Climate Classification (Köppen)Humid Continental (Dfa)
Annual Snowfall~40–60 inches
Annual Rainfall~38–42 inches
Summer CharacterWarm, humid summers
Winter CharacterCold, snowy winters

Driving Distances from Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
AkronOH510–15 min
StowOH38–10 min
KentOH1015–20 min
HudsonOH812–15 min
ClevelandOH3035–45 min
BarbertonOH1015–20 min
WadsworthOH1520–25 min
MacedoniaOH1215–18 min
TallmadgeOH610–12 min
YoungstownOH551 hr

Transportation and Connectivity in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

ModeDetails
AirportAkron-Canton Airport (CAK), Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
PortPort of Cleveland (Great Lakes regional access)
Major HighwaysState Route 8, I-76 (nearby), I-77 (nearby), OH-59
Rail/TransitFreight rail access; passenger rail via Cleveland
Local TransitMETRO Regional Transit Authority (Akron area)
  • State Route 8 connects Cuyahoga Falls directly with Akron and surrounding suburbs
  • I-76 provides east–west interstate access across northern Ohio
  • I-77 links the region with Cleveland and Canton

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Landmark NameType
Cuyahoga Valley National Park (nearby)National Park
Gorge Metro ParkMetro Park / Nature Area
High Bridge Glens AreaScenic Natural Area
Water Works ParkCity Park
Downtown Cuyahoga FallsEntertainment District
Falls RiverfrontRiverfront Area
Mary Campbell Cave (nearby park system)Historic Natural Site
Blossom Music Center (regional)Concert Venue

Places to Visit in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Place NameType
Front Street DistrictDining & Shopping District
Portage Trail Park SystemPark Network
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (Akron nearby)Historic Estate
Akron Art MuseumMuseum
Lock 3 Park (Akron nearby)Urban Park
Firestone Country Club (regional)Golf Course
Summit Metro Parks Trail NetworkRecreation System
Goodyear Heights Metro Park (Akron nearby)Nature Park

Colleges and Universities in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
The University of AkronPublicUniversityEngineering, business, law
Kent State UniversityPublicUniversityJournalism, fashion, research
Stark State College (regional)PublicCommunity CollegeTechnical and career programs

Waterbodies in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Cuyahoga River, Ohio & Erie Canal (regional), Portage Lakes (regional), Lake Rockwell (nearby), Sand Run Creek

Golf Courses in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Brandywine Country Club, Brookledge Golf Club, Mud Run Golf Course, Firestone Country Club (regional)

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio - Key Historical Facts

  • Cuyahoga Falls was founded in 1812 along the Cuyahoga River.
  • The city developed early around water-powered mills and manufacturing.
  • Its name comes from the Mohawk word meaning “crooked river.”
  • The construction of the Ohio & Erie Canal helped boost early economic growth.
  • It later became a residential and industrial suburb of Akron.
  • Today it is known for its riverfront redevelopment and park system.

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