Road Trips from Parma, OH
Looking for a quick getaway from Parma, OH? You've got options ranging from short hops to longer excursions. Several nearby destinations are within a two-hour drive, offering a mix of highway and surface streets, with Cuyahoga Valley National Park accessible on most of these. For a more substantial trip, you can reach destinations over 100 miles away, some with historical parks, or even plan for a longer 4-5 hour drive into flatter terrain. This makes Parma a good starting point for both day trips and longer explorations.
Total Routes
22
Shortest
3.3h
With Parks Nearby
22
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
18 total in this range
Rarden, OH
4h 39m227.5 mi one way
Union City, OH
4h 41m233 mi one way
This 233-mile trip is the longest option, taking 4.7 hours mostly on highways. It features mostly flat terrain and includes access to Cuyahoga Valley National Park. It’s the most substantial drive available.
McArthur, OH
4h 4m202.5 mi one way
Athens, OH
4h 1m203.9 mi one way
Sardinia, OH
4h 39m231.2 mi one way
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Rarden, OH
4h 39m227.5 mi one way
Union City, OH
4h 41m233 mi one way
McArthur, OH
4h 4m202.5 mi one way
Athens, OH
4h 1m203.9 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers opportunities to explore Cuyahoga Valley National Park on many of these drives, with terrain suitable for moderate exploration.
Summer
Summer drives are ideal for utilizing the park access like Cuyahoga Valley National Park, with most routes being highway-focused for efficient travel.
Fall
The fall season is well-suited for the mostly highway routes, especially those leading to historical parks like Hopewell Culture National Historical Park.
Winter
Winter travel favors the predominantly highway routes, though park access may be limited depending on conditions.
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