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Cuyahoga Falls Ohio Map

Explore Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

How to Use This Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Ohio or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Cuyahoga Falls.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Cuyahoga Falls
State	Ohio (OH)
County	Summit County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.182881
Longitude	-81.553008
Population	51,114
Density	765.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	44221, 44222, 44223
Area Code	440
County Seat	Akron
School District	Woodridge Local School District

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About Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Cuyahoga Falls is a locality in Summit County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 51,114. The population density is 765.0 people per km². Cuyahoga Falls is located at 41.1829°N, 81.5530°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Cuyahoga Falls is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 44221, 44222, 44223.

Cuyahoga Falls defines itself through the persistent, rhythmic motion of the Cuyahoga River, which cuts a deep and dramatic path directly through the municipal landscape. It lies 2.9 miles southwest of Stow, OH (from Stow, OH: bearing 232°T), and is situated 4.0 miles north-northeast of Akron. The terrain here is characterized by a sophisticated interplay of high-banked gorges and verdant, wooded expanses that suggest the ancient, slow-moving power of the regional geology. High Bridge Glens Park occupies the immediate terrain, offering a visceral connection to the rock-strewn riverbed where the water churns with a restless, persistent energy. Beyond the immediate river corridor, the landscape transitions into steady, inland plains that stretch toward the horizon, where the distant silhouette of Hinckley Ridge provides a subtle, elevated boundary to the western view. The light at dusk here catches the moisture rising from the river, casting a cool, silver luminescence over the stone walls of the gorge.

Founding narratives of Cuyahoga Falls trace back to the early nineteenth century, when the promise of water power drew settlers to harness the potential of the river’s descent. Early pioneers recognized that the geography provided a rare opportunity to drive mills and forge industry, effectively transforming the raw power of the moving water into a foundation for permanent settlement. This era of establishment was marked by the deliberate construction of infrastructure that mirrored the natural contours of the river, ensuring that the growth of Cuyahoga Falls remained tethered to its most vital resource. The architecture of the older districts retains a sturdy, utilitarian elegance, reflecting a time when the labor of the hands was the primary engine of progress. As the decades passed, the settlement expanded outward from the riverbanks, gradually weaving a more complex, residential identity over the original grid.

Economic life in Cuyahoga Falls has evolved from its initial reliance on water-powered milling into a diverse modern landscape of regional commerce and service-oriented enterprise. While the echoes of its industrial heritage remain visible in the repurposed brick structures along the river, the current economy supports a wide array of professional sectors that sustain a stable and industrious population. Higher education and specialized vocational training are accessible within the broader regional network, ensuring that the local workforce remains connected to the shifting demands of the contemporary market. Infrastructure projects have prioritized the maintenance of local roadways and the preservation of public spaces, balancing the need for efficient transit with the inherent value of the surrounding natural environment. A short distance away, Old Mill Pond remains a quiet, reflective counterpoint to the more active corridors of commerce, serving as a reminder of the area’s enduring relationship with its inland water features.

Cultural expression in Cuyahoga Falls finds its focus in the vibrant traditions of the region, where seasonal festivals and public gatherings draw energy from the shared history of the locale. Residents often look toward the major professional and collegiate athletic traditions of the broader Ohio region for their sporting life, fostering a communal spirit that transcends the municipal boundaries. Landmarks such as the riverfront districts serve as year-round gathering points, while the proximity to natural features like Blue Hen Falls encourages a deep, ongoing engagement with the local ecology. Though the town is distinctly inland and defined by its forests and plains rather than maritime concerns, the spirit of the people reflects a steady, grounded resilience. Famous individuals with ties to the area often carry the influence of this specific, mid-continental rhythm, characterized by a certain pragmatism and an appreciation for the quiet beauty inherent in the transition of the seasons.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Cuyahoga Valley National Park (National Park) — 0.1 mi, 180° S · 19k acres
Hampton Hills Mountain Bike Area (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 189° S
Virginia Kendall Area (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 010° N
Lock 25 (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 251° W
Lock 24 (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 240° SW
Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail (Local Recreation) — 2.0 mi, 212° SW
33su528 (Historic Ruins) — 2.3 mi, 161° S
H. Karl Butler Memorial (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 023° NE
Brandywine County Club (Park) — 3.1 mi, 006° N
Ledges Overlook (Viewpoint) — 3.4 mi, 039° NE
Akron Artworks (Arts Centre) — 3.4 mi, 178° S
Lock 28 (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 001° N
Indigenous American Statue (Public Artwork) — 3.4 mi, 176° S
Old Portage Path Arrowhead (Monument) — 3.8 mi, 178° S
Heritage Farms (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 358° N
Treaty of Fort McIntosh Boundary Line (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 175° S
Fairlawn Golf Club (Park) — 3.9 mi, 207° SW
Bath Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 4.0 mi, 266° W
Camp Ledgwood (Private Recreation) — 4.0 mi, 018° N
Sargeant Property (Local Recreation) — 4.6 mi, 066° NE
Mudbrook (State Conservation Area) — 4.7 mi, 066° NE
The Arch (Historic Ruins) — 4.9 mi, 131° SE
Medina Summit Land Conservancy (State Recreation Area) — 5.4 mi, 292° W
Woodrow Nash Art Gallery (Gallery) — 6.8 mi, 179° S
Watkins Academy Museum of the Cultural Arts (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 182° S
Nightlight Cinema (Cinema) — 7.0 mi, 164° S
Art X Love (Gallery) — 7.1 mi, 165° S
Akron History Center (Museum) — 7.3 mi, 166° S
Akron Children’s Museum (Museum) — 7.3 mi, 167° S
Lake Rockwell (State Recreation Area) — 10.9 mi, 091° E

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