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    Hiking & Walking

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    18 reservations with over 100 hiking trails, 8 lakefront parks, and endless opportunities to connect outdoors.

    Hundreds of miles of hiking trails cross the more than 23,000 acres of Cleveland Metroparks. Trails exist in every reservation with a variety of vistas and terrains, and can be located by contacting a Cleveland Metroparks naturalist at one of the five nature centers.

    Participate in the 2018 Trail Challenge presented by Cigna

    Take a walk along one of the many hiking trails in Cleveland Metroparks to enjoy nature at your own pace. You can view the Henry Church Rock carvings in South Chagrin Reservation; enjoy the convenient loop trail to Buttermilk Falls in North Chagrin Reservation, explore Fort Hill on the trails behind Rocky River Nature Center in Rocky River Reservation; walk across historic bridges in Garfield Park Reservation; or take in the historic sites of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation.


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    Cleveland Metroparks trails connect regionally to the Buckeye Trail, a trail circumnavigating Ohio for 1,444 miles.  The Buckeye Trail, marked with 2” x 6” baby blue blazes on trees, makes its way into Cleveland Metroparks starting in Hinckley Reservation. From there, it follows roads to get to Brecksville Reservation where it splits in three directions at Deer Lick Cave.  If you follow the trail east, it will continue into Cuyahoga Valley National Park.  If you follow it north, it will take you through Bedford Reservation, South Chagrin Reservation, and North Chagrin Reservation.  If you continue beyond Cleveland Metroparks, it will take you to Lake Erie.  

    Trail Maps

    • Acacia Reservation Trail Map
    • Bedford Reservation Trail Map
    • Big Creek Reservation Trail Map
    • Bradley Woods Reservation Trail Map
    • Brecksville Reservation Trail Map
    • Brookside Reservation Trail Map
    • Euclid Creek Reservation Trail Map
    • Garfield Park Reservation Trail Map
    • Hinckley Reservation Trail Map
    • Huntington Reservation Trail Map
    • Lakefront Reservation Trail Map
    • Mill Stream Run Reservation Trail Map
    • North Chagrin Reservation Trail Map
    • Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation Trail Map
    • Rocky River Reservation Trail Map
    • South Chagrin Reservation Trail Map
    • Washington Reservation Trail Map
    • West Creek Reservation Trail Map

    Parks

    • Bedford Reservation
      Bedford Reservation

      Enjoy the challenging trails, scenic streams and sprawling forest of Bedford reservation.

    • Big Creek Reservation
      Big Creek Reservation

      Big Creek Reservation serves primarily as an urban greenway, which winds along Big Creek through the southwest suburbs of Cuyahoga County.

    • Bradley Woods Reservation
      Bradley Woods Reservation

      This swamp forest boasts hiking trails, walking paths, Bunns Lake and a monarch butterfly waystation.

    • Brecksville Reservation
      Brecksville Reservation

      Brecksville Reservation, the largest of the 18 Cleveland Metroparks reservations, offers scenic overlooks and historical landmarks.

    • Brookside Reservation
      Brookside Reservation

      Brookside Reservation is 132 acres of diverse wildlife refuge, recreational opportunities, and optimal picnicking areas.

    • Euclid Creek Reservation
      Euclid Creek Reservation

      Euclid Creek reservation offers shady trails and picnic areas near the creek, surrounded by steep forested hillsides and rocky cliffs.

    • Garfield Park Reservation
      Garfield Park Reservation

      View the county’s largest waterfall, enjoy the rich deep woodlands, green space, and vibrant songbirds of Garfield Park Reservation.

    • Hinckley Reservation
      Hinckley Reservation

      The reservation is dominated by the 90-acre Hinckley Lake, enjoyed by ice fishermen in the winter months.

    • Huntington Reservation
      Huntington Reservation

      Huntington Reservation provides direct access to Lake Erie and offers three miles of nature trails.

    • Lakefront Reservation
      Lakefront Reservation

      From beaches to boat ramps, fitness trails to fishing piers, Lakefront Reservation is a true gem in the “Emerald Necklace”

    • Mill Stream Run Reservation
      Mill Stream Run Reservation

      Marvel at the flowing streams and ride down Ohio’s tallest, fastest toboggan chutes.

    • North Chagrin Reservation
      North Chagrin Reservation

      Explore one of the original corridors of the Emerald Necklace at North Chagrin reservation. Scenic views of the Chagrin River await.

    • Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
      Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation

      Explore a portion of the historic 309-mile Ohio & Erie canal. Scenic beauty and fishing opportunities await.

    • Rocky River Reservation
      Rocky River Reservation

      Long and narrow, this reservation follows the winding course of the Rocky River from Berea into Lakewood near Lake Erie.

    • South Chagrin Reservation
      South Chagrin Reservation

      Explore one of the most biologically diverse reservations in Cleveland Metroparks at South Chagrin reservation.

    • Washington Reservation
      Washington Reservation

      Home to a nine-hole golf course, two historic memorials and several athletic fields, this reservation has something for everyone.

    • West Creek Reservation
      West Creek Reservation

      West Creek is 326 acres of rocky gorges, forest-draped hillsides, floodplains and babbling brooks.

    Attractions

    • A.B. Williams Memorial Woods
      A.B. Williams Memorial Woods

      Wander through a dense maze of giant trees in this stunning example of an old growth beech-maple forest.

    • Closed for the season Edgewater Beach House
      Edgewater Beach House

      The Edgewater Beach House brings an enhanced beach-vibe through made-to-order beachside fare.

    • ALCOA Forge Overlook
      ALCOA Forge Overlook

    • Astorhurst Trailhead
      Astorhurst Trailhead

      The former location of the Astorhurst Golf Course, this site is an excellent place to begin a hike through the beautiful Bedford Reservation.

    • Beech Hill Pond
      Beech Hill Pond

    • Berea Falls Scenic Overlook
      Berea Falls Scenic Overlook

    • Beyer
      Beyer's Pond

      A wooded, 0.7 mile trail leads to the pond, stocked with channel catfish, sunfish and largemouth bass.

    • Bluebird Point Overlook
      Bluebird Point Overlook

      Bluebird Point is a viewing area along an easily accessible all purpose loop trail at the top of a 22-acre landfill.

    • Brecksville Physical Fitness Trail
      Brecksville Physical Fitness Trail

      Challenge yourself at one of 18 exercise stations along the Brecksville Physical Fitness trail.

    • Bridal Veil Falls Scenic Overlook
      Bridal Veil Falls Scenic Overlook

      Immerse yourself in the spectacular cascading falls surrounded by hardwoods and hemlocks.

    • Brooklyn Exchange Cabin
      Brooklyn Exchange Cabin

    • Brookside Overlook
      Brookside Overlook

      Brookside Overlook provides a scenic bird’s-eye-view of lower Brookside Reservation’s ball fields and Big Creek as it joins Cuyahoga River.

    • Bunns Lake
      Bunns Lake

      Bunns Lake was created to provide a waterfowl habitat and provide fishing opportunities. It’s the perfect spot for nature lovers.

    • Burnett Historical House
      Burnett Historical House

    • Buttermilk Falls Scenic Overlook
      Buttermilk Falls Scenic Overlook

      Experience the unique geology and scenic waterfall of North Chagrin at Buttermilk Falls Scenic Overlook.

    • Buzzard Roost
      Buzzard Roost

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

    • Chippewa Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook
      Chippewa Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook

      Take in the beauty of the creek flowing through the gorge left behind by the glaciers that once covered this area.

    • Coast Guard Station
      Coast Guard Station

      This historic location provides amazing views of Cleveland.

    • Deer Lick Cave
      Deer Lick Cave

      Explore this beautiful geological site in any season. You may even see a white-tailed deer and find out how Deer Lick Cave got its name.

    • Edgewater Beach
      Edgewater Beach

      Soak up the sun and sand while admiring the city’s skyline. Swim, picnic, walk the dog or kick the ball around.

    • Euclid Creek Physical Fitness Trail
      Euclid Creek Physical Fitness Trail

    • Fort Hill
      Fort Hill

      These stairs believed to be created by the Early Woodland Indians were restored to provide a scenic view of Rocky River.

    • Foster
      Foster's Run

      Foster’s Run is a beautiful trail combining an old roadway and new all purpose trail. Enjoy a variety of year-round exercise opportunities.

    • Fowles Marsh
      Fowles Marsh

    • Frostville Museum
      Frostville Museum

    • Garfield Park Physical Fitness Trail
      Garfield Park Physical Fitness Trail

      Come enjoy the loop fitness trail with exercise stations staggered throughout.

    • Great Falls of Tinker
      Great Falls of Tinker's Creek

      Enjoy stunning views and visit the former saw and grist mills, as well as a viaduct that carried trains over Tinker’s Creek.

    • Harriet Keeler Memorial
      Harriet Keeler Memorial

      Harriet Keeler Memorial commemorates the educator and writer’s significant contributions honoring nature.

    • Henry Church Rock
      Henry Church Rock

      This long-term ephemeral landmark is a piece of cultural history immersed in nature by the riverside.

    • 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.

    • Jack
      Jack's Place Trailhead

      This area provides horse trailer parking and quick access to the reservation's bridle trails near Hemlock Creek.

    • Jackson Field
      Jackson Field

      Jackson Field is home to abundant plant and animal species that thrive in our fields, wetlands, and forests.

    • Lake Abram Marsh
      Lake Abram Marsh

      The largest remaining glacial wetland in Cuyahoga County, Lake Abram makes up 80 acres of unique and critical wildlife habitat.

    • Lake Isaac
      Lake Isaac

      This birding hotspot was once a “kettle lake” sculpted by glaciers during the Ice Age.

    • Lake Shore Electric Railway Trestle
      Lake Shore Electric Railway Trestle

      This historic interurban railway transported commuters from Cleveland to Detroit from 1893-1938.

    • Lawrence Grist Mill
      Lawrence Grist Mill

      Powered by the water of Rocky River, this gristmill provided grist milling and flour to Rocky River Valley residents.

    • Lewis Road Trailhead
      Lewis Road Trailhead

      Enjoy a scenic hike or horseback ride along Lewis Road Trail.

    • Little Overlook
      Little Overlook

      Enjoy the breathtaking view of Tinker’s Creek Valley as you hike along the woodland or all-purpose trails.

    • Meadows Trailhead
      Meadows Trailhead

      Meadows Trailhead provides easy access to a network of trails and a central parking area for equestrians and hikers.

    • Mill Creek Falls Overlook
      Mill Creek Falls Overlook

      Mill Creek Falls, Cuyahoga County’s tallest waterfall, is located in Cleveland. Mill Creek Falls stands at 48 feet tall. Come walk the 2-mile all...

    • Mill Stream Run Physical Fitness Trail
      Mill Stream Run Physical Fitness Trail

      Enjoy 18 exercise stations providing a variety of workout types.

    • North Chagrin Physical Fitness Trail
      North Chagrin Physical Fitness Trail

      Enjoy a variety of exercise opportunities at the 15 workout stations along North Chagrin Physical Fitness Trail.

    • Old Boating Pond Bridge
      Old Boating Pond Bridge

      Admire the historical mason work at Old Boating Pond Bridge and enjoy the water flow over the stone fall.

    • Overlook Bridge
      Overlook Bridge

      The Overlook Bridge is located at a terminus of the all-purpose trail and offers scenic views of the West Creek.

    • Oxbow Lane Trailhead
      Oxbow Lane Trailhead

      Oxbow Lane trailhead is a great starting point for a hike along the ridges that define the upper and lower areas of the park.

    • Perkins Beach
      Perkins Beach

      Perkins Beach is located at the bottom of a 60ft bluff just north of Cliff Drive. It is accessible from the stairs off of the circular Perkins...

    • Polo Field Trailhead
      Polo Field Trailhead

      Polo Field is an expansive lawn-managed field suitable in size and quality for playing equine polo.

    • Quarry Rock
      Quarry Rock

    • Rocky River Physical Fitness Trail
      Rocky River Physical Fitness Trail

      Spice up your exercise routine at the various workout stations along Rocky River Physical Fitness trail.

    • Rogers Meadow
      Rogers Meadow

      Enjoy a diverse variety of insect life and wildflowers throughout the seasons.

    • Scranton Road Peninsula
      Scranton Road Peninsula

      Running from University Rd. to Carter Rd. this area features public fishing access, a river observation deck and fish habitat breeding areas.

    • Smoky Memorial
      Smoky Memorial

      Smoky Memorial celebrates Smoky, a Yorkshire Terrier that aided troops during WWII and later became the world’s first therapy dog on record.

    • South Chagrin Arboretum
      South Chagrin Arboretum

    • South Chagrin Physical Fitness Trail
      South Chagrin Physical Fitness Trail

    • Squire Rich Museum
      Squire Rich Museum

    • Squire
      Squire's Castle

      Built in the 1890s, Squire Castle is North Chagrin’s most popular historical site for weddings and family outings.

    • Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial
      Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial

      This 30-foot memorial celebrates the accomplishments of William Stinchcomb and Harold Groth, the first directors of Cleveland Metroparks.

    • Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Scenic Overlook
      Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Scenic Overlook

    • Strawberry Pond
      Strawberry Pond

      Enjoy a serene day of fishing. Two fishing platforms allow you to observe aquatic wildlife.

    Upcoming Programs & Events

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    • Hike for Your Health March 9, 2019 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

      Hiking is a great cardio workout, but it can also improve your overall mood and mental health...

      • Brecksville Nature Center
    • Second Sunday at South Chagrin March 10, 2019 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

      Hike along the Chagrin River and to the top of a ridge for a beautiful view on the Chagrin...

      • Old Field
    • Outdoor Adventures for Homeschoolers: Ledges Hike March 21, 2019 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

      Travel up and down hills and through boulders and rock ledges on this energetic and exciting hike.

      • Worden's Ledges
    • Dog Hike March 23, 2019 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

      Bring your best furry friend to the park for some exercise and socialization.

      • North Chagrin Nature Center
    • Wildflower Walk March 27, 2019 | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

      A surprising number of spring flowers are hiding on the hillsides of the Euclid Creek valley.

      • Euclid Creek Reservation
    • Dog Walk March 31, 2019 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

      Bring your four-legged friend for a hike on the Hemlock Loop trail.

      • Brecksville Nature Center
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