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    Huntington Reservation

    Parks | Visit | Parks | Huntington Reservation

    Take in Cleveland's beautiful lakefront at Huntington Reservation. Go for a hike, swim, kayak or fish!

    Swimming Status: Not Monitored

    Huntington Reservation is located in Bay Village on the shores of Lake Erie. Picnic areas high above the beach offer visitors opportunities to enjoy the striking and ever-changing lake views. The reservation is also home to two Cleveland Metroparks affiliates: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, and BAYarts.

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    • 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
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    Huntington Reservation, acquired by Cleveland Metroparks in 1925, has been and continues to serve as the lakefront home to an extensive variety of Ohio wildlife, the site of refuge and relaxation, philanthropic ventures, educational endeavors, and host to the local arts scene.
     
    Huntington Reservation offers many recreational and educational opportunities. Three miles of nature trails pass through a variety of habitats ranging from forest, creek, and meadow. Educational programming is provided by Rocky River Nature Center staff and Lake Erie Nature and Science Center.

    Activities
    • Boating, Sailing & Paddlesports
    • Dining
    • Hiking & Walking
    • Picnicking
    • Sledding
    • Swimming
    • Winter Activities
    Amenities
    • ADA Beach Wheelchairs
    • Ball Field
    • Canopy
    • Changing Rooms
    • Electricity
    • Grills
    • Parking
    • Picnic Tables
    • Restrooms

    Attractions

    • Huntington Beach
      Huntington Beach

      Located on Cleveland’s west side, come for a swim or a stroll along the beach and take in the beauty of Lake Erie.

    • Huntington Beach Paddling Access
      Huntington Beach Paddling Access

      Beachside boat drop-off in the lower parking lot. Vehicles must be parked in the main parking lot. This section is unprotected paddling running...

    • Lake Shore Electric Railway Trestle
      Lake Shore Electric Railway Trestle

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

    • Porter Creek Sledding Hill
      Porter Creek Sledding Hill

      The Porter Creek Sled Hill is south of Lake Road, just north of Porter Creek. Parking lot is on the east side of Porter Creek Rd. 

    • Porter Creek Trailhead
      Porter Creek Trailhead

      This quarter-mile trail runs directly along Porter Creek. The trail is natural surface. By using the roadway, it can be created into a loop trail.

    • Water Tower
      Water Tower

      The Huntington Water Tower was built by John Huntington and stored water from Lake Erie for the irrigation of his orchard and vineyard.

    • Wolf Picnic Area Trailhead
      Wolf Picnic Area Trailhead

      This trailhead provides direct access to multiple hiking trails, including the Songbird Loop and Hemlock Loop Trails. Lake Erie Nature & Science...

    facilities

    • Lake Picnic Area
      Lake Picnic Area

      Plan your picnic at Lake Picnic Area! This open shelter includes picnic tables and grills, refreshments, beach/swimming area, changing rooms and...

    • Closed for the season The Noshery
      The Noshery

      Food, draft beer and specialty cocktails, traditional concessions fare, and Honey Hut ice cream.

    • Lake Shelter - Reservable East Half
      Lake Shelter - Reservable East Half

      Plan your picnic at Lake Shelter. This open shelter includes picnic tables and grills.

    • Wolf Canopy
      Wolf Canopy

      Plan your picnic at Wolf Canopy. This 20' x 40' canopy includes picnic tables, grills and ball field nearby.

    • Wolf Picnic Area
      Wolf Picnic Area

      Plan your picnic at Wolf Picnic Area. This open shelter includes picnic tables, grills and ball field.

    Upcoming Programs & Events

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    • Planetarium Show: Totality April 1, 2023 | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

      Explore the fascinating phenomena of eclipses – from lunar to total solar – through a full...

      • Lake Erie Nature & Science Center
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    • Nature Art & Craft Series: Paint a Pint August 5, 2023 | 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM

      Create a beautiful painted pint glass using an artist’s original drawing of one of northeast Ohio...

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    • Nature Art & Craft Series: Paint a Pint August 5, 2023 | 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM

      Create a beautiful painted pint glass using an artist’s original drawing of one of northeast Ohio...

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