18 reservations with over 100 hiking trails, 8 lakefront parks, and endless opportunities to connect outdoors.
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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.
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.
Walk the open rolling hills of Acacia Reservation and see how a golf course can be...
Enjoy the challenging trails, scenic streams and sprawling forest of Bedford...
Big Creek Reservation serves primarily as an urban greenway, which winds along Big...
This swamp forest boasts hiking trails, walking paths, Bunns Lake and a monarch...
Brecksville Reservation, the largest of the 18 Cleveland Metroparks reservations...
Brookside Reservation is 132 acres of diverse wildlife refuge, recreational...
Euclid Creek reservation offers shady trails and picnic areas near the creek...
View the county’s largest waterfall, enjoy the rich deep woodlands, green space...
The reservation is dominated by the 90-acre Hinckley Lake, enjoyed by ice...
Huntington Reservation provides direct access to Lake Erie and offers three miles...
From beaches to boat ramps, fitness trails to fishing piers, Lakefront Reservation...
Marvel at the flowing streams and ride down Ohio’s tallest, fastest toboggan chutes.
Explore one of the original corridors of the Emerald Necklace at North Chagrin...
Explore a portion of the historic 309-mile Ohio & Erie canal. Scenic beauty and...
Long and narrow, this reservation follows the winding course of the Rocky River...
Explore one of the most biologically diverse reservations in Cleveland Metroparks...
Home to a nine-hole golf course, two historic memorials and several athletic...
West Creek is 326 acres of rocky gorges, forest-draped hillsides, floodplains and...
Wander through a dense maze of giant trees in this stunning example of an old...
A wooded, 0.7 mile trail leads to the pond, stocked with channel catfish...
Bluebird Point is a viewing area along an easily accessible all purpose loop...
Challenge yourself at one of 16 exercise stations along the Brecksville...
Immerse yourself in the spectacular cascading falls surrounded by hardwoods...
Brookside Overlook provides a scenic bird’s-eye-view of lower Brookside...
Bunns Lake was created to provide a waterfowl habitat and provide fishing...
Experience the unique geology and scenic waterfall of North Chagrin at...
Celebrate the return of spring and Buzzards at Hinckley Reservation every...
Take in the beauty of the creek flowing through the gorge left behind by the...
This historic location provides amazing views of Cleveland.
Explore this beautiful geological site in any season. You may even see a...
Soak up the sun and sand while admiring the city’s skyline. Swim, picnic...
These 2,000 year old stairs believed to be created by the Early Woodland...
Foster’s Run is a beautiful trail combining an old roadway and new all...
Come enjoy the loop fitness trail with exercise stations staggered throughout.
Enjoy stunning views and visit the former saw and grist mills, as well as a...
Harriet Keeler Memorial commemorates the educator and writer’s significant...
This long-term ephemeral landmark is a piece of cultural history immersed in...
Hinckley Lake is 90-acres and provides a variety of opportunities for...
This area provides horse trailer parking and quick access to the reservation...
Jackson Field is home to abundant plant and animal species that thrive in our...
The largest remaining glacial wetland in Cuyahoga County, Lake Abram makes up...
This birding hotspot was once a “kettle lake” sculpted by glaciers during the...
This historic interurban railway transported commuters from Cleveland to...
Powered by the water of Rocky River, this gristmill provided grist milling...
Enjoy a scenic hike or horseback ride along Lewis Road Trail.
Enjoy the breathtaking view of Tinker’s Creek Valley as you hike along the...
Meadows Trailhead provides easy access to a network of trails and a central...
Come walk the 2-mile all purpose trail loop.
Enjoy 18 exercise stations providing a variety of workout types.
Enjoy a variety of exercise opportunities at the 15 workout stations along...
Admire the historical mason work at Old Boating Pond Bridge and enjoy the...
The Overlook Bridge is located at a terminus of the all-purpose trail and...
Oxbow Lane trailhead is a great starting point for a hike along the ridges...
Perkins Beach is located at the bottom of a 60ft bluff just north of Cliff...
Polo Field is an expansive lawn-managed field suitable in size and quality...
Spice up your exercise routine at the various workout stations along Rocky...
Enjoy a diverse variety of insect life and wildflowers throughout the seasons.
Running from University Rd. to Carter Rd. this area features public fishing...
Experience breathtaking views of the valley from several vantage points.
Smoky Memorial celebrates Smoky, a Yorkshire Terrier that aided troops during...
Built in the 1890s, Squire Castle is North Chagrin’s most popular historical...
This 30-foot memorial celebrates the accomplishments of William Stinchcomb...
Enjoy a serene day of fishing. Two fishing platforms allow you to observe...
The Strongsville Wildlife Area allows park visitors the opportunity to...
This planted 4-acre tall grass prairie is a unique ecosystem with incredible...
Listen to the nearby waterfall or enjoy scenic views of the falls from the...
Tinker's Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook is a National Natural Landmark and...
Tyler Barn was a part of Cleveland businessman, Washington S. Tyler’s estate...
Reflect on the history and contributions of armed forces personnel and view a...
This historic parcel of land offers open walking paths, overlooks and signage...
The Huntington Water Tower was built by John Huntington and stored water from...
Soak in the scenic view of the east branch of the Rocky River just before it...
The West Ridgewood Wetland Boardwalk allows guests to traverse through a...
The only place in Northeast Ohio that permits rock climbing. Explore the...
Worden’s Ledge features carvings of historical figures done by Noble Stuart...
The Edgewater Beach House brings an enhanced beach-vibe through made-to-order...
Join Naturalists Marty Calabrese (Saturday) and Lindsey Dukles (Sunday) to gain wildlife identification skills and burn calories along 13.1 miles of trail hiking.
Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder in one of the hidden hot spots of Cleveland. Search the meadow, along the creek and the shores of Lake Erie for birds, mammals and any remaining wildflowers.
…and get active. Join Naturalist Kelly McGinnis to explore the trails in Hinckley Reservation. We’ll hike a mixture of trails including hiking, buckeye and bridle trails.
Stroll along with your guides and explore some of the historic Tremont area. Registration and fee required.
Need one last flower fix before they leave us until spring? This hike will lead you through the forest in search of the wondrous witch-hazel, one of Northeast Ohio’s latest flowering plants.
Cooler weather and shorter days are telling the trees to start shutting down for the season.
Join Naturalist Bev Walborn on an outdoor adventure just for preschoolers. The fall season showcases beautiful colors in the fantastic foliage. We will search for all the colors of the rainbow in the changing leaves.
Join a naturalist as we hike to the Chagrin River Overlook to view the breathtaking fall colors of Cleveland Metroparks.
Join us to meet owls, spiders, snakes and more. Learn the truth about Halloween animal myths. We’ll finish the evening around a campfire.
Join writers Jenny Clark and Linda Tuthill as they prompt us to express our creative side through natural history. Take a short, naturalist-led hike, explore themed writing prompts, and enjoy lunch in the historic setting of Look About Lodge.
Did you know getting at least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week is imperative for the prevention of heart disease and stroke? Get your minutes in on this heart-pumping, fast-paced hike through the hills of Brecksville Reservation.
Escape into nature and search for birds at Sanctuary Marsh and the surrounding area. Binoculars are recommended, a few will be available to borrow.
This beautiful time of year is perfect for a nice long hike. We’ll circle the southern end of the reservation, spot some incredible views and search for wildlife along the way.
Get your heart pumping on this fast-paced trek through the autumn terrain of Bradley Woods Reservation. Tall boots are recommended for this notoriously muddy location.
Join a naturalist as we hike to the one of the highest overlooks of Euclid Creek to view the breathtaking fall colors of Cleveland Metroparks.
Bring your furry friends and enjoy a dog walk on this autumn day.
Stroll beneath a first quarter moon and a canopy of old oaks as we uncover the chilling history of Skinner's Run.
Bring your flashlight, favorite spooky story, and join us on a hike to hear what goes bump in the night. Extra flashlights are available to borrow.
Take in the Beauty of Bedford's remaining fall foliage.
Believeland turns into “BeLEAFland” in the fall. Bring your little explorer to learn about autumn’s tree transformation and stomp through the leaves on the ground.
Join Naturalist Carly Martin to explore fallen leaves at a curious child’s pace.
The autumn season is full of changes and one of the most visible changes is the leaf color. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder on our newly redesigned Sylvan Loop Trail and enjoy the last bits of fall color.
A living history and hike program about Nettie Worden and Worden's Ledges.
This quiet and peaceful walk through A.B. Williams Memorial Woods will lead us to the picturesque overlook on the Sylvan Loop Trail. Your way will be lit by luminaries as we observe late autumn’s woodland beauty.
Enjoy the forest trails and take in the beauty of Garfield Park.
Walk with Naturalist Foster Brown as we observe the activities of our resident beaver on Sunset Pond. In the beaver’s fervor to prepare for winter, we will see signs of their nocturnal activities and observe in-depth their behaviors.
We'll hike to some remains of historic homes and quarries in Bedford Reservation.
Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese on a curious search for lizard-like amphibians.
The moon will light our way as we hike around Hinckley Lake to witness the skills of our resident beaver family.
Come out and enjoy the Japanese practice of ‘Forest Bathing’. We’ll slow down and immerse ourselves among the trees.
While most deciduous trees are dropping leaves and preparing for winter.
Enjoy a brisk, afternoon walk along Tinker's Creek.
Join a naturalist for a guided walk through Acacia. We’ll look at some of the recent changes to the property and give you a look ahead as this park continues the journey from golf course to restored natural area.
Bring your child to learn about turkeys through story, craft and hike. Registration required.
Many animals are getting ready for winter.
Join a naturalist as we hike along the Chagrin River on one of North Chagrin Reservation’s newest trails.
Escape into nature and search for birds in meadows, on the lake, and along Euclid Creek.
Join a naturalist as we investigate growth of this delicious fruit and the living organisms that would love to take a bite.
Search for signs of white-tailed deer through the forests and along ravines.
Karen Lakus leads this walking tour of this old Ohio City cemetery. Registration and fee required.
Enjoy a November hike on the mountain bike trail.
We'll learn stories about the connections between veterans and nature while hiking.
Join Naturalist Jake Kudrna as we search for birds throughout Acacia Reservation’s ever-changing landscape.
Discover the beauty and history of Bedford Reservation. Walkers without dogs are welcome.
Trees provide us with environmental and economic benefits.
Have you checked out the Mayfield Village Wetlands? We’ll cross SOM Center Road and visit this 24-acre preserve.
Take a walk through various habitats to learn some traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of Ohio plants, passed down through generations, with much of this knowledge originated from Native Americans.
Enjoy scenic views both above and alongside the Rocky River on this quick-paced, meandering tour of the river valley.
Hike with a naturalist as we explore the autumn transition of the Chagrin River bottom land.
Join a historical interpreter at the site of the old Ottawa Lodge and learn the importance of these camps in Cleveland Metroparks' history.
Enjoy a fall hike along the Hinckley Lake Loop Trail
Let’s enjoy the fall colors above the Chagrin River. We’ll get our blood pumping as we head down the hill to Henry Church Rock and up the hill to the shelterhouse.
Join Naturalist Bev Walborn on an outdoor adventure just for preschoolers. We will explore the forest at Bradley Woods searching for squirrels as they prepare for winter.
Join Natalie the Naturalist to discover a special caterpillar that is getting ready to hibernate. We will have discovery time, a craft and go on a short hike.
The days may be getting shorter, but the sun still makes a beautiful show as it sets in the west. Enjoy a short walk and watch as night falls over Lake Erie.
Join a naturalist along the shores of Lake Erie in search of signs of deer. Scan for deer. Browse buck rub and tracks with the goal of finding big bucks in peak rut.
Join us on this walking tour along the Cuyahoga River. Registration required.
We are familiar with the white-tailed deer, but may be less familiar with its many amazing adaptations. Homeschoolers will uncover some not so well-known facts about this interesting creature and will investigate signs of this animal throughout the reservation.
Bring your little one and join us to collect leaves and listen to a story. Registration required.
Join Naturalist Lindsey Dukles on a fast-paced hike through the woods. We’ll get our hearts-a-racing as we enjoy the forest views.
Explore on this fast paced hike along several trails in the reservation.
Escape into nature and search for birds at Sanctuary Marsh and the surrounding area.
Join us to explore the many bridges that are found in the flats. Registration and fee required.
Discover this hidden treasure that was once the center of the city of Bedford.
Learn about Ohio's white-tailed deer and take a hike to learn about the deer around CanalWay Center. Registration required.
The Lake to Lake Trail boasts rich American Indian history.
Bring the whole family for a stroll through the woods with a naturalist. We’ll explore the White Pine trail together.
Chances are good we’ll all be overeating later this week. Do your future self a favor and log some healthy exercise now before Turkey Day arrives.
Slow down and enjoy a leisurely walk with Naturalist Natalie Schroder as we explore what Acacia Reservation holds during this month of winter preparation.
A forest swamped with year-round water is a community of relationships not always obvious to the naked eye. Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese on a wet trek into Cleveland Metroparks only swamp forest. Rubber boots advised.
Turkey Day is around the corner.
Learn about wild turkeys through a hike and craft.
Bring your child to learn about wild turkeys living near CanalWay Center. Registration required.
Travel through the forest down to Tinker's Creek.
Bring your little one to learn about wild turkeys living around CanalWay Center. Registration required.
Tired of being indoors? Come explore the field and forest in search of nature’s beauty.
Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese for a slow-paced, curious hike into the wilds of Mill Stream Run. We’ll find natural objects and use them to reveal stories about the wildlife inhabiting this area.
Did you eat too much Thanksgiving turkey and then sit around all day? Get moving and feel great by the end of today’s fast-paced hike.
Join a naturalist on a post-holiday hike through the forests of South Chagrin.
Get your workout in on this heart-pumping, fast-paced hike through the hills of Hinckley Reservation.
See Cuyahoga County's largest waterfall and visit the site of the former Cleveland State Hospital.
November marks a crucial time for waterbird migration. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder to look for mergansers and other birds that benefit from huge numbers of fish.
Bring your pup to explore the northernmost portion of the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. Walkers without dogs are welcome.
Explore the world of leaves and the trees.
Let’s see how many tree species we can count as we follow alongside the Rocky River. Learn techniques for identifying trees based on habitat, bark, and buds.
Winter is a time of bird abundance if you take the time to look. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder on an adventure through the woods to our legendary overlook and try your hand at feeding chickadees, nuthatches and titmice.
Take a quick, short hike in the park below the Center.
Join Naturalist Pam Taylor as we cross creeks and climb the hills in Hinckley.
Winter is a wonderful time to hone your tree ID skills.
Naturalist Beth Whiteley will guide you through techniques used to identify coniferous tree species that grow in the Rocky River reservation.
Enjoy a hike and a hot breakfast at Brecksville Nature Center.
Explore Worden's Ledges, hear tales about the Worden family, and learn how the ledges came to be a part of Cleveland Metroparks.
Join us for a brisk night hike through the winter forest under the light of the full moon.
Let’s get baby out to explore the evergreen forests. Grab a baby backpack or just carry your child for a walk in the woods looking for evergreen trees.
Join a naturalist on a heart-pumping hike to see the view from My Mountain.
Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese for a brief field course on tree identification with special focus on bark characteristics.
Come learn about the tracks of different animals and join a naturalist on a winter hike to see what animal prints and signs we can uncover.
Join a naturalist on this hike along an out-and-back portion of the Buckeye Trail.
Enjoy the majesty of the conifers as we hike along the creek on the Hemlock Loop trail.
Enjoy the views from the windy cliffs of Huntington Reservation, then head down to the beach to view Lake Erie in its winter glory.
Join Naturalist Pam Taylor as we travel the Buckeye Trail to explore a lower flood plain.
Enjoy the setting sun and the peace of winter on an evening stroll with Naturalist Lindsey Dukles. We’ll take in all the delightful sights winter has to offer and end with a campfire and S’mores.
Webbed feet? Wings? We are talking about mammals of course. Join Naturalist and Merit Badge Counselor Marty Calabrese to work through this badge’s requirements, excluding prerequisite 3c.
Known as the song dog, coyotes make several vocalizations and have a complex language.
Join Naturalist Marty Calabrese for a slow-paced, curious winter walk into the wilds of Bradley Woods. On this adventure we’ll loop Bunns Lake to look and listen for wildlife.
It's finally here--the shortest day of the year!
The dark days of winter can sap your energy and motivation, but a refreshing walk can counteract that.
Get into the park for some stress relief from the busy season for a walk with your four-legged friend. Take in the beauty of winter with other dog lovers and their well socialized buddy.
Relieve some holiday stress by taking to the trails with Naturalist Lindsey Dukles on this fast-paced winter hike. We’ll get our blood pumping and enjoy the changing winter scenery.
Let's make some tracks with your canine companion.
Join Naturalist Joel Kavaras for a hike through the winter woods where we’ll make stops along the way to discuss the science behind how our plants and animals survive the harsh winter weather.
Enjoy hiking along the scenic Rocky River in celebration of the coming new year.
