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    Hinckley Reservation

    Hinckley Reservation

    Located in Hinckley Township in Medina County, the reservation is dominated by the 90-acre Hinckley Lake, enjoyed by fishermen and paddle sport enthusiasts.

    Whipp's Ledges
    Boating on Hinckley Lake
    Whipp's Ledges
    Hiking at Hinckley Reservation

    At the southern end of Cleveland Metroparks is Hinckley Reservation, the site of the nationally-known annual Return of the Buzzards. From hiking at Whipp's Ledges to kayaking on Hinckley Lake, there are a variety of activities here for everyone.

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    • 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
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    Another attraction of the reservation is Whipp's Ledges, with elevations rising 350 feet above Hinckley Lake and formed more than 250 million years ago.

    Worden's Ledges has unique carvings made in the 1940s by Noble Stuart, son-in-law to the namesake of the ledges, Hiram Worden. Hike the Worden's Ledges loop trail to see the carvings.

    Rising Valley, located off Newton Road, which was transferred by Hinckley Township to Cleveland Metroparks, has public access trails.
    Activities
    • Boating, Sailing & Paddlesports
    • Dining
    • Exploring Nature
    • Fishing & Ice Fishing
    • Hiking & Walking
    • Horseback Riding
    • Picnicking
    • Sledding
    • Swimming
    Amenities
    • Ball Field
    • Basketball Court
    • Boat Rentals
    • Campfire Ring
    • Drinking Fountain
    • Electricity
    • Fireplace
    • First Aid/Lost & Found
    • Fishing Pier
    • Grills
    • Horseshoe Pits
    • Parking
    • Picnic Tables
    • Play Area
    • Restrooms
    • Trail Access
    • Volleyball Courts

    Attractions

    • Brooklyn Exchange Cabin
      Brooklyn Exchange Cabin

    • Buzzard Roost
      Buzzard Roost

      Celebrate the return of spring and Buzzards at Hinckley Reservation every year on March 15.

    • Coasting Hill
      Coasting Hill

    • Hinckley Hills Trailhead
      Hinckley Hills Trailhead

    • Hinckley Lake
      Hinckley Lake

      Hinckley Lake is 90-acres and provides a variety of opportunities for recreation on the water, including fishing, boating and swimming.

    • Hinckley Lake Boat Launch
      Hinckley Lake Boat Launch

      The Hinckley Lake Boat Launch is located near the boathouse parking lot off West Drive.

    • Hinckley Spillway
      Hinckley Spillway

      Enjoy a day of picnicking or hiking. The nearby boathouse offers kayak, paddleboat and paddleboard rentals.

    • Judge
      Judge's Lake

    • Ledge Lake
      Ledge Lake

    • West Drive Scenic Overlook
      West Drive Scenic Overlook

      Soak in the scenic view of the east branch of the Rocky River just before it enters Hinckley Lake.

    • Whipp
      Whipp's Ledges

      The only place in Northeast Ohio that permits rock climbing. Explore the massive exposed sandstone ledge located off State Road.

    • Worden
      Worden's Ledges

      Worden’s Ledge features carvings of historical figures done by Noble Stuart along the exposed sand ledge.

    Upcoming Programs & Events

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    • Buzzard Day Drop-in March 15, 2021 | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

      Join us for the annual tradition of spotting the first buzzard to arrive that signals spring is...

      • Buzzard Roost
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    • Hike for Health March 20, 2021 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

      Join us for this hiking series that will get you moving while enjoying the beauty of nature.

      • Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store
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    • Buzzard Sunday Drop-in March 21, 2021 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

      Naturalist Foster Brown will be at Buzzard's Roost to point out turkey vultures, discuss their...

      • Buzzard Roost
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