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    Big Creek Reservation

    Parks | Visit | Parks | Big Creek Reservation

    Big Creek is a peaceful place to walk, with great sledding hills.

    A major component of Big Creek Reservation is Big Creek Parkway, a refreshing alternative to the standard suburban commuter routes to Cleveland. The reservation runs parallel to Pearl Road from Valley Parkway to Brookpark Road, and is located in Brooklyn, Parma, Parma Heights, Middleburg Heights, and Strongsville. Undoubtedly the highlight of the reservation is the Lake to Lake Trail, a 2.4 mile, universally accessible all purpose trail that connects Lake Abram to Lake Isaac. On foot, by bicycle, or by wheelchair, one crosses Abram Creek and Bagley Road as they travel the trail that passes through 175 acres of headwater wetlands joining the largest wetlands in Cuyahoga County.

    • Driving Directions
    • 440.887.1968
    • 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    • Parks & Trail Map
    Activities
    • Biking & Cycling
    • Exploring Culture & History
    • Exploring Nature
    • Fishing & Ice Fishing
    • Hiking & Walking
    • Picnicking
    • Sledding
    • Winter Activities
    Amenities
    • Emergency Phone
    • Grills
    • Horseshoe Pits
    • Parking
    • Picnic Tables
    • Play Area
    • Restrooms
    • Trail Access

    Attractions

    • Beyer
      Beyer's Pond

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

    • Engle Road Connector
      Engle Road Connector

      This all purpose trail improves access to the Lake-to-Lake Trail and connects the sledding recreation area and Engle Road.

    • Engle Road Sled Riding Hill
      Engle Road Sled Riding Hill

      Engle Road Sled Riding Hill is an excellent hill for beginner sledders.

    • Fowles Marsh
      Fowles Marsh

      Located along the Lake to Lake Trail in Big Creek Reservation, this restored marshland contains mudflats that provide great waterfowl viewing.

    • 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-to-Lake Trailhead at Fowles Marsh
      Lake-to-Lake Trailhead at Fowles Marsh

      Access the All Purpose trail with easy proximity to Fowles Marsh along the Lake to Lake Trail in Big Creek Reservation.

    • Lake-to-Lake Trailhead at Lake Isaac
      Lake-to-Lake Trailhead at Lake Isaac

      Access the All Purpose Trail via Valley Parkway, with easy viewing of the Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary

    • Memphis Sledding Hill
      Memphis Sledding Hill

      Memphis sled riding hill is optimal for more experienced sled riders.

    facilities

    • Creekside Reserved Shelter
      Creekside Reserved Shelter

      Plan your picnic at Creekside Reserved Shelter! This open-sided shelter includes picnic tables, grill and a small play field

    • Lower Fern Hill Picnic Area
      Lower Fern Hill Picnic Area

      Plan your picnic at Lower Fern Hill Picnic Area! This open shelter includes picnic tables, grills, swings and a volleyball court.

    • Memphis Picnic Area
      Memphis Picnic Area

      Memphis Picnic Area offers two shelters, one of which can be reserved. There are also horseshoe pits on-site.

    • Memphis Reservable Shelter
      Memphis Reservable Shelter

      Plan your picnic at Memphis Reservable Shelter! This open shelter includes picnic tables, grills, a horseshoe pit and playfield.

    • Snow Road Picnic Area
      Snow Road Picnic Area

      Snow Road Picnic Area includes a large shelter, swingset and restrooms among its amenities.

    • Upper Fern Hill Picnic Area
      Upper Fern Hill Picnic Area

      Upper Fern Hill Picnic Area has everything for the perfect quaint picnic.

    Upcoming Programs & Events

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    • Big Creek Bird Walk February 1, 2023 | 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

      Join a naturalist on a walk along Big Creek to search for birds.

      • Snow Road Picnic Area
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    • Frozen Feathers* February 24, 2023 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

      Explore the frozen forest in search of owls!

      • Snow Road Picnic Area
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    • Drop-by: Snow Snake February 25, 2023 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

      Learn and play the traditional Seneca winter game of snow snake!

      • Engle Road Sled Riding Hill
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