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Visitor Center

Canton, Ohio · Stark County · Visitor Center

Begin your visit at the visitor center, located in Cantons historic City National Bank. At the visitor center visitors can explore our small museum of rotating exhibits, watch a film, earn Junior Ranger badges, and get their official passport cancellation.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Visitor Center

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High75°F
Avg Low49°F
Peak Rain Chance1%
Humidity55%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality33 · Good
Today
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Mostly Clear
75°/47°
🌬 9mph
5:56 AM8:49 PM
Mon
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Overcast
74°/47°
🌬 12mph
5:56 AM8:50 PM
Tue
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Overcast
71°/50°
💧 1%🌬 12mph
5:55 AM8:51 PM
Wed
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Overcast
74°/50°
🌬 9mph
5:55 AM8:52 PM
Thu
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Overcast
79°/52°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
5:55 AM8:52 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Visitor Center

Begin your visit at the visitor center, located in Cantons historic City National Bank. At the visitor center visitors can explore our small museum of rotating exhibits, watch a film, earn Junior Ranger badges, and get their official passport cancellation.

How to Get There

Parking: Limited free parking is available behind the Saxton House or at our gated lot on the corner of Market Avenue South and 3rd Street SW (entrance from Market Avenue South). From the parking lot, walk one city block north to the Education Center. From the South: Follow I-77 North to the Downtown/Tuscarawas Exit. Turn right onto Tuscarawas and travel to Market Street South. Turn right onto Market Street South. Travel through two lights and immediately after the 2nd light is our gated parking o

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Plan Your Visit to Visitor Center

Heading to Visitor Center? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Visitor Center?

No central reservation system listed for Visitor Center. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10083985) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Visitor Center?

Parking: Limited free parking is available behind the Saxton House or at our gated lot on the corner of Market Avenue South and 3rd Street SW (entrance from Market Avenue South). From the parking lot, walk one city block north to the Education Center. From the South: Follow I-77 North to the Downtown/Tuscarawas Exit. Turn right onto Tuscarawas and travel to Market Street South. Turn right onto Mar…

How do I contact Visitor Center?

You can reach the park at phone: (330) 452-0876 or email: FILA_info@nps.gov.