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Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad to return to regular train schedule

The service has been running on a modified schedule and trip length over the last several months due to significant erosion at points along the tracks.

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio — Editor's note: The video above is from a previous story.

Beginning Saturday, July 16, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad will return to a normal train schedule.

The popular entertainment option in Northeast Ohio has been running on a modified schedule and trip length over the last several months due to significant erosion along the Cuyahoga River near the tracks.

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"We’re excited to announce we’re returning to our normal train schedule including the return of the National Park Scenic and the Explorer program, “said Joe Mazur, CVSR President and CEO. “We want to thank the community for their continued support as we navigated this challenge and appreciate those who came out for a ride with the modified schedule.”

The flagship ride, National Park Scenic, will return on a five day a week schedule running Wednesday through Sunday. Trips will depart from three stations along the railroad including Akron Northside, Peninsula and Independence.

The Explorer Program, previously known as Bike Aboard, will resume on Wednesday, July 20. Guests taking part in the Explorer Program will be able to bring their bikes and kayaks on the train and can board or de-board at any of the railroad's eight stations.

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Editor's Note: The above video aired in 2021 as CVSR made its return from the COVID-19 pandemic

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