Listen your way through two of the Midwest’s most varied parks: forested canals and waterfalls in Cuyahoga Valley, then windswept dunes and lakeshore at Indiana Dunes. This self‑guided audio bundle pairs natural history with practical route cues for independent exploration.
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You unzip your jacket at a river overlook and the Cuyahoga below seems to dare you forward; later, wind sculpts a dune crest and Lake Michigan pushes a cool, clean breath across your face. This audio bundle guides that journey—two distinct Midwestern landscapes delivered through narrated stops you play on your phone.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (approx. 48 hours)
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness: able to handle 2–6 miles of walking per site, some sandy or uneven footing
Wildlife
History
Cuyahoga Valley’s canals and rail lines reflect 19th‑century industrial routes repurposed as greenways; Indiana Dunes records post‑glacial lake dynamics and has long been important to Indigenous peoples and early naturalists.
Conservation
Both parks emphasize habitat restoration—grassland and dune revegetation—and encourage sticking to trails to protect rare plants and nesting birds.
Reserve your spot on the Cuyahoga Valley and Indiana Dunes Audio Tour Guide today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download before you go
Preload the Shaka Guide app and the tour files to avoid cell‑service gaps in valleys and dunes.
Layer for wind and water
Dunes are exposed and lake windchill can be strong; bring a light windbreaker and rain protection for valley mist.
Start early on weekends
Trailheads fill fast in summer—early morning gives quieter trails and easier parking.
Respect beach closures
Follow posted dune restoration signs and stay on designated beach access to protect fragile vegetation.
Comfortable walking shoes or light hiking boots
Provide traction on gravel towpaths, rooty valley trails, and shifting sand.
Reusable water bottle (1–2 L)
Hydration is essential on exposed dunes and during long valley walks.
summer
Windbreaker or lightweight rain jacket
Blocks lake wind and valley mist; useful year‑round for sudden weather changes.
spring
Charged smartphone & headphones
Required to run the Shaka Guide audio tours and access offline maps.