Overview
Malvern is a village in Carroll County, Ohio.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Malvern
Lake Mohawk
Great Trail Festival
SR 43 (1.5 mi. south of Malvern). Usually held the last weekend in August & first weekend in September. 10AM-5PM. This annual event showcases local folk art and early American history. Includes food, dancing, a tomah…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Akron)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CAK Akron Canton Regional Airport, Akron — 21 mi away. Directions
- PIT Pittsburgh International Airport, Pittsburgh — 52 mi away (major hub). Directions
SR43 runs through Malvern.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Lake Mohawk
- Lunch Dairy Queen
- Afternoon Great Trail Festival
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
By car
SR43 runs through Malvern.
See
See Lake Mohawk
Do
Do Great Trail Festival
SR 43 (1.5 mi. south of Malvern). Usually held the last weekend in August & first weekend in September. 10AM-5PM. This annual event showcases local folk art and early American history. Includes food, dancing, a tomahawk throwing contest, and daily battle reenactments and more. $5/4/3 (Adults/Children 10-18/Children under 10).
Eat
Eat Dairy Queen
No indoor seating. Walk up and drive through windows. Outdoor picnic benches.
Sleep
Stay Pride Valley Campgrounds
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