Farms

Natural processes and human activities have shaped Cuyahoga Valley landscapes. Indigenous people were the first farmers. They began domesticating plants here in the late Archaic period. For thousands of years, agriculture has been part of valley life. Today, our rural farm fields and associated buildings are among the most historic and scenic resources in the national park. In 1999, we created a farming program to preserve and revitalize this rural scenery and farming heritage. The program invites farmers to live and farm on park-owned properties using sustainable methods appropriate for a national park.

Eight farms currently operate on land leased from the park. They grow and raise a diverse array of crops and heritage breed animals. Several of the farms have roadside stands or host events throughout the year. Learn more about each of the farms below.

 
A man stands outside next to signs and a small white shed; the upper sign painted in blue reads, "Greenfield Berry Farm" with blueberries in the middle; the lower sign is green on white and reads "Pussy Willows For Sale In Milkhouse".
Daniel Greenfield stands by the roadside sign for his farm.

NPS / Bob Trinnes

Greenfield Berry Farm

Greenfield Berry Farm features pick-your-own blueberries, aronia berries, and sunflowers. In addition, they offer a vegetable community-supported agriculture (CSA) program, pussy willows, tulips, and honey. Daniel Greenfield is also an environmental educator who hosts farm-based educational tours and field trips.

 
A small shed-like structure in front of a green fenced field, with sign along the roof line, "Farm Market"; a person stands inside and the double doors are open with black chalkboards on each listing products and prices.
The market at Keleman Point Farm.

NPS / Rick Santich

Keleman Point Farm

This sustainable farmstead produces beef, pork, and heritage-breed turkeys for Thanksgiving; Tennessee fainting goats; cashmere fiber; and eggs. Stop by their Farm Market stand for seasonal items, available year-round.

 

The Neitenbach Farm

Neitenbach Farm uses biodynamic farming methods and combines vegetable crops with culinary and medicinal herbs. They sell their products through an on-farm stand and offer a unique CSA. In addition, Pamela offers her herbal tinctures, teas, and salves as well as healing, holistic body work.

 
A person stands to the side of an outdoor wooden farm stand with a tin roof; it contains several trays of herb plants with labels; a sign at the top reads, "Oxbow Orchard."
Herbs for sale at the Oxbow Orchard farm stand.

NPS / Bob Trinnes

Oxbow Orchard

Oxbow Orchard is a diversified farm that uses regenerative agriculture principles. They raise Icelandic sheep, chickens, and turkey as well as seasonal fruits and vegetables, seedlings, and flowers. They have a farmstand and a local food shop.

 
A red building with white trim and barn-style doors with signs on two sides that read, "purplebrown Farm Store."
The purplebrown farm store in downtown Peninsula.

NPS / Matthew Woodyard

Purplebrown Farmstead

Purplebrown Farmstead grows a resilient and productive food forest. This includes cider apples, diverse fruits and nuts, vegetables, herbs, flowers, mushrooms, and complementary animal products.

  • Farm location: 458 Hines Hill Road, Hudson 44236
  • Farm store location: 1619 Mill Street West, Peninsula 44264
  • Website: www.purplebrownfarmstead.com
 
Six people stand reaching up into neat rows of green grape vines, yellow plastic baskets at their feet.
Workers harvest grapes at Sarah's Vineyard.

NPS / Bob Trinnes

Sarah’s Vineyard

The Lytz family operates a vineyard, winery, and art gallery at their farm site. They grow several grape varieties and make nearly a dozen wines, including an estate wine. They host an annual Summer Solstice Wine, Art, & Music Festival in June. They offer indoor and outdoor dining, live music, and entertainment.

  • Farm location: 1274 West Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls 44223
  • Vineyard location: 1204 West Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls 44223
  • Website: www.sarahsvineyardwinery.com
 
A wooden farm stand with a tin roof sits on a trailer; a sign in the upper left corner reads, "Spice Acres" and another on a mini-fridge near the bottom right reads, "Cooler."
The farm stand near the entrance to Spice Acres.

NPS / Bob Trinnes

Spice Acres

Spice Acres is managed by Ben Bebenroth, chef/farmer/founder of Cleveland’s Spice Catering Co. and Spice Field Kitchen. Forging a deeper bond between chefs and seasons, Spice Acres creates a direct link between the culinary teams at Spice Catering Co. and the farm’s evolving harvest.

 
Trays and containers of colorful produce lined up on a large wooden table under a wood and tin roof; a black and white sign overhead lists prices.
The produce stand at Trapp Family Farm.

NPS / Bob Trinnes

Trapp Family Farm

Trapp Family Farm is a sustainable mixed crop-and-livestock farm. Draft horses have provided the power since its inception in 2012. Eggs, produce, and meat are sold seasonally on site. They strive to be part of a small, resilient community that is supported and sustained by healthy people, plants, animals, and soil.

Last updated: September 24, 2024

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