Had a family picnic a couple of years ago and we enjoyed the park and playground. I've taken the…read morekids back a couple of times just to play.

I was in the area from Pittsburgh and was looking for an outdoor activity for my 7 year old. Found…read morethis playground online and really loved that it was made for kids of all abilities. The space is set very nicely - with areas for parents to sit that are shady or sunny. The activities are impressive, as the little (big) buildings for the kids to play in really allow for them to use their imaginations to play. Great to see a playground have both the physical activities and imagination type of activities. We really enjoyed it and will return when we're in the area again. The only negative, which doesn't really reduce my rating at all, nor does it keep the kids from having fun, is the fact that some areas do need some repair work. This is why it's important to leave a donation on your way out, if you're able. Hopefully this park can be maintained for years to come!

Amazing playground!!! Will visit often. Huge play areas. All equipment in good working orderread more

Euclid Creek Reservation is one of the smaller parks in the Metroparks system; it is a long…read morerelatively narrow park that mainly follows Euclid Creek between Green Road and Highland Road. The park manages to pack quite a bit into its smaller profile. For those trying to get out and get a hike there are 4 designated trails and a couple more that are not on the map but can still be fun. The longest trail is the Multipurpose trail, paved it winds its way down the park with great views of the creek and the surrounding walls of gorge it has carved. On the West Side of the park the Glenridge and Squirrel Run Trails let you hike up and down the gorge wall and you can use them to form a loop trail; a good way to get some decent vertical and a nice workout. On the East Side there is the newly built Eastern Ledge Trail which uses a recently built bridge to cross the creek and then a steep hill up to the cliff top which presents one of the best views in the Cleveland area. The trail then continues through the woods to the nearby neighborhood. There is an couple of other trails on the East Side of the creek, one that runs from the Rear Quarry picnic area to hook up with the Eastern Ledge Trail; the other unmarked trail starts at the Highland Picnic area and follows the creek until it gets to the cliff face. There are a number of very nice picnic areas along the park with plenty of space to relax, eat and play. There are also a number of other facilities. Near the Kelley picnic area there is a sledding hill for winter fun. Most of the picnic areas have a playground with the biggest one is located in the Highland Picnic Area and there is also outdoor workout stations and a couple of basketball courts which always seem to have some fairly serious games when the weather is good. Although they are physically separated from the main part of the park Metroparks have added the beaches and marina located where Euclid Creek meets Lake Erie into the Euclid Creek Reservation. I have not visited these areas in quite a while, but they do provide public access to Lake Erie for swimming, boating and beach fun. Euclid Creek Reservation is a great way for those located on the East Side to get out and enjoy themselves. The Metroparks keep working to improve the parks and there is plenty of fun to be had; choose an activity or two and get outside.

Cleveland Metroparks... that's all you have to say and everyone knows it's gonna' be GREAT…read more Everything these people do is a homerun. The "Euclid Creek Reservation" (Euclid Beach) is no exception. The park is expansive, beautifully manicured, clean and offers a multitude of ecosystems to explore. The beaches are wonderful and include matting to accommodate wheelchair access. There are two peers for sitting and enjoying the lake view or casting in a line and going fishing. There are picnic areas with grills and a pavilion as well as public restrooms. There is a bridge connecting it to Neff road boat launch as well as Wildwood Park. There really is something for everyone. The best thing is it is open to ALL the public and totally FREE! So go, take the family and spend the day. You'll love it.

Lucky to have access to a great park system. Even in the winter months, the access, paths, and…read morescenery are great. Always wildlife to observe. Clean facilities.

I visited Strawberry Picnic Area at North Chagrin Reservation over the weekend for a picnic. I have…read morebeen to this nature reservation multiple times, and always enjoy my experiences. It's one of my favorite local nature reserves. There are always a lot of groups in this area enjoying picnic tables and pavilion. The picnic area itself is well-kept and welcoming, with plenty of space to relax, enjoy a meal, or simply sit and take in nature. The meadow at the entrance has 2 convenient tables. The pavilion nestled more in the park has many picnic tables, grill, and fire place. It accommodates large parties. I have seen a lot of big groups have different holiday celebrations or just gather on a sunny day. What I enjoy the most is the space between picnic tables and inside the pavilion to offer privacy to various groups and a space to roam. The reservation also has a lot of great trails. They're far enough from the road to offer a serene experience. As I walked along the quiet paths and took in the scenic views around Strawberry Pond, I felt an immediate sense of calm. The sounds of birds calling and leaves rustling in the breeze added to the tranquil atmosphere. The bathrooms are conveniently available at the entrance. They are a little gross but available. The parking lot is pretty spacious. The picnic area is very easy to find, just follow the signage or your GPS. Whether you're walking the nearby trails or just lounging with family or friends, this place feels like a hidden gem. Overall, my time at Strawberry Picnic Area reminded me of the importance of reconnecting with nature and making space for simple, quiet moments. It's a place I'd return to in any season. I'll be back again in a few weeks.

My wife, two teenage sons, and I visited Wildwood Park in July 2023. This is a clean park…read moremaintained by MetroParks and is separate from Euclid Beach which is nearby along the lake. Lots of pluses. First, there's a spacious parking lot which has direct footbridge access to the Villa Angela Beach (which has the Cleveland sign). Second, if you enjoy fishing, Wildwood Park has a couple of locations off the piers which are amenable to early morning or late afternoon fishing from the land. Third, it's not as crowded as other beaches in the metro area. One downside, however, is the limited areas where swimming is permitted. This is probably for safety reasons (to help the lifeguards). If you have younger children, however, this beach is a nice option. Overall, I would probably not go out of my way to visit this beach. But if you're staying on the northeast side of Cleveland, it's worth a stop.

What a beautiful park and beach. Easy to find. Beautiful foot bridge to the beach. Love the…read moreCleveland Script Sign. The location of the sign is perfect. You can see the beach, Lake Erie and downtown in the background. The beach was surprisingly well maintained. No garbage. The rocks were beautiful. I also found a bunch of pretty sea glass. The water was brownish. I did walk in it. Not sure I'd want to swim in it though. Lovely views all around. People fishing off the bridge 'catching fresh air'. I couldn't believe it was not packed. If I lived here, I'd be here often.

Great spray park!! You can rent pavilions for parties too. Very clean, everything in good condition.read more

If you're looking for new ways to beat the heat or just burn off the perpetual energy of little…read morepeople strongly consider this place. They have slides for toddlers to big kids. The ground sprayers are even fun for adults and the coconut tree is a really cute touch. There are picnic tables and lawn chairs to relax on. They have beverage vending machines and there is even a reasonably priced concession stand with a decent selection. The park is not just for residents. Check it out.

Underwhelming for walkers and joggers. Great place for kids…read more Trails seem very short. Most of the walkable sidewalks are outside of the park and are in a neighborhood. Beautiful neighborhoods with great real estate. Based on Google I was expecting more. No big bodies of water anywhere in sight. Small creeks.

This park feels like a hidden gem in Shaker Heights!…read more Enjoy leisurely walk around the lake and beautiful streets and don't forget to check out the play ground! You can dig for fossils, climb up the rope tower or swing away!

Tiny little pocket park tucked in the Bluestone area of South Euclid, that provides abook sharing…read moredrop off and pick up.

I am a BIG fan of the entire Northeast Ohio Metro Parks system... BIG, BIG FAN…read more The only thing I have seen that is comparable is the "Nature Center at Shaker Lakes". This location is beautiful. The folks that manage it are committed to returning it to it's original wild beauty. They are in the midst of a large project to remove all the invasive species and replant with everything native to the area. So far they have done a marvelous job. I can't even imagine the cost involved. They are taking donations if you want to help. There is a large marsh area you can walk through on raised walkways and see all the work going on. There is another very large wooded area with nicely marked and maintained trails you can stroll through and just enjoy the beauty of the natural habitat. The main lodge is a very nice facility with plenty of room for children to play and classrooms for education. I highly recommend you take a sunny day and visit the "Nature Center at Shaker Lakes". See for yourself. It's a worthwhile project.

What a lovely green oasis! The free nature center itself is small, but it is surrounded by a…read moreterrific network of trails, bridges and boardwalks. It's a great place for kids as well as adults of all ages to explore. The Rise Foundation Gazebo is stunning.

This place is awesome! I love love love hiking and this place has some beautiful trails to walk…read moreon. There aren't a lot by any stretch but you can walk through the entirety in about an hour and have done some uphill stuff so you have burned some cals. They have tennis courts and soccer fields (although often times the soccer field is taken up by local teams). I haven't used the tennis courts yet but they look like pretty standard park tennis courts. The trails though are the place to be. There is this drain runoff that goes through there and creates this like brook which i really like and is nice to walk next to. And when I look at the water it is pretty clean which is nice to know that my fellow clevelanders take their environmental and nonpollution issues seriously. Also I have seen many deer here and they don't even run, they just stare at you and i saw 2 baby deer walked right past them, so pretty. Can't wait to check out the other park. Cleve you got some beautiful areas for sure.