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    Bradley Woods Reservation

    Parks | Visit | Parks | Bradley Woods Reservation

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

    Bradley Woods Reservation, located in North Olmsted and Westlake, is on a massive formation of Berea sandstone. The stone is easily seen in the old quarry sites located in various areas of the reservation. The quarries were in operation over 50 years ago and produced sandstone for building stones. The reservation is filled with deep forests of red maples, sour gums, tupelos, yellow birches, and pin oaks. Bunns Lake, dedicated in 1986, was created to provide waterfowl habitat, and serve as a pleasant spot for nature lovers. The reservation also conserves wildlife habitat with large tracts of relatively undisturbed woodlands and open areas with a large deer population.

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    • 440.734.6660
    • 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
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    The only swamp forest in Cleveland Metroparks, Bradley Woods Reservation is full of cultural and natural uniqueness.
     
    Nestled off Bradley Road in Westlake sits 795 acres of a little park gem called Bradley
    Woods Reservation. A walking path surrounds a pond called Bunns Lake where ducks and geese are plentiful and the occasional blue heron has been known to visit as well.
    The forest is laden with pin oak, yellow birch, sour gum, red maple and tulip trees. Along with the path around the lake, there are over two miles of hiking trails. An open grassy area near the picnic shelter offers space for informal recreation, and a nearby monarch butterfly waystation provides these threatened insects a place to rest.
     
    Activities
    • Exploring Nature
    • Fishing & Ice Fishing
    • Hiking & Walking
    • Picnicking
    Amenities
    • Electricity
    • Fishing Pier
    • Grills
    • Parking
    • Picnic Tables
    • Play Area
    • Restrooms

    Attractions

    • 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.

    • Bunns Lake Trailhead
      Bunns Lake Trailhead

      The perfect starting place for hiking the trails at Bradley Woods.

    facilities

    • Codrington Shelterhouse Picnic Area
      Codrington Shelterhouse Picnic Area

      Open shelterhouse with electricity, picnic tables, grills, swings, fishing area, parking, restrooms.

    Upcoming Programs & Events

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    • Drop-by: Inspiration Hike April 15, 2023 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

      Don’t let the chilly days get you down. Take a self-guided stroll by yourself or with friends in...

      • Bunns Lake Trailhead
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    • Nature Baby: Mud! April 26, 2023 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

      Get baby outside to explore Cleveland Metroparks! We will learn and explore through stories...

      • Codrington Shelterhouse Picnic Area
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    • Nature Baby: Mud! April 29, 2023 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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      • Codrington Shelterhouse Picnic Area
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