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    August

    Parks | Visit | Ten To Explore | 2023 | August
    Ten Summer Wildflower Spots in Cleveland Metroparks
     
    Tallgrass Prairie, Brecksville Reservation      
    See towering grasses and summer wildflowers in the tallgrass prairie in Brecksville Reservation. Take a short walk down the all-purpose trail to visit the nature center during your trip!
     
    All Purpose Trail, Acacia Reservation            
    Meander along the Woodpecker Way Trail and immerse yourself in the life of the meadow. It is peak blooming season for Joe-Pye weed, goldenrod, ironweed and native sunflowers.
     
    Wildwood Marina, Euclid Creek Reservation           
    The hidden meadow of Wildwood Marina is something to behold! Park in the entrance lot and follow the paved path along Euclid Creek. Tall boneset, ironweed and goldenrod provide necessary nectar for migrating monarch butterflies along their journey.

     
    West Channel Pond Trail, Rocky River Nature Center          
    The short half-mile loop trail around West Channel Pond is a great spot to see many types of wildflowers including jewelweed, asters, mallows and many more!
     
    Sunset Pond, North Chagrin Nature Center  
    Step into a kaleidoscope of nature's brilliance at North Chagrin Nature Center! Wander through themed gardens bursting with vibrant Midwest prairie plants that ignite your senses and spark your imagination.

     
    Towpath Trail, Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation          
    Take a walk along the Ohio & Erie Canal to see a large variety of summer wildflowers in bloom including ironweed, Joe-Pye weed, goldenrod and asters.
     
    Top O' Ledges Picnic Area, Hinckley Reservation      
    Explore along the edge of the open fields at Top O' Ledges Picnic Area, then take the Buckeye Trail east towards Parker Road to walk along the edge of another open field habitat where wildflowers, birds and many pollinators abound.
     
    Squirrel Run Trail, Euclid Creek Reservation
    Starting at Highland Picnic Area, take a hike on Squirrel Run Trail and immerse yourself amongst the blooming summer wildflowers.

    Brookside Reservation           
    Explore around the wetlands at Brookside Reservation to view the American lotus flowers in full bloom. The wetlands can be accessed by parking at the Cherry Tree Grove Picnic Area and taking the cut-through on the right side of the All Purpose Trail.
     
    Beyer's Pond, Big Creek Reservation
    Enjoy a short hiking trail lined with woodland wildflowers that will lead you to the secluded and tranquil Beyer's Pond. Wetland plants blooming in and around the water include bladderwort, broadleaf arrowhead, and pickerelweed.
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