Had such a nice time camping here! I liked how many trees…read morethere were, they provided plenty of shade and places to put up hammocks. The toilets at the campsite were cleaned out every morning we were there. It also felt safe, it gave a sense of being more remote because of the tree density, but not so much that I was worried about anything. The lake is beautiful, they had kayaking available which was fun! No swimming in the lake though. But there were plenty of of other campers who were out fishing at the lake. I would definitely recommend camping here! I wish we could have checked out more of the trails around. Overall rating: 5/5 stars

Company picnic.... my dh had his company picnic at this park. I am not sure what happened but we…read moredidn't get to use the canoe's because the office was closed up. Which was kind of a bummer because I wanted to try it. Overall the cabin that we had our picnic in was clean and well kept. This place is great for fishing, hiking and canoeing. It looks like you are able to rent the canoes to go fishing on the lake or bring your own. The boathouse wasn't open to find out any more info on this campsite but I would recommend taking a look at it.

What a great park! Two areas for parking to fit about 20 cars each, a great nature center open…read moredaily with good kid activities, and well marked trails for walking, riding, and skiing. The trails are not too strenuous or long but give you enough to feel accomplished. I walked to cave trail and was incredibly satisfied. Cannot wait to bring my family!

Hands down one of the best places for a walk in the forest! They also have a nice (needs…read morerefreshing) nature education building & a couple great pavilions with picnic tables & grills that can be reserved.

Coordinates N 41° 33.78 W 81° 8.607…read more This park is clean, very well designed and is definitely geared towards family's with children. I'm not from the area and I only came here once at the end of September, so this review could be a bit biased as when I visited the park, there were only a few people. For children, there is much to do. -Most impressive is the rope course which is seasonally operated. The one hour rope course session is free to Geauga County Residents but a $20 fee applies to non-Geauga residents. Unfortunately because I visited in the off season, I was not able to see the course in operation. From the looks of it, a variety of platforms are about 30 or-so-feet with a variety of different obstacles. Upon completion there is a 100ft long zip-line the brings you back down. - A one way only "pump track" is also located in the park and is free to use. For those who may not know, pumping is a technique used by mountain bikers to navigate without pedaling. The trail is 2,025 feet long. - There is a bouldering wall that is 12 feet high and plenty of surface area to try a navigate it completely around. There is also a smaller playground for smaller children that has a canoe sand box and a faux wood log tunnel. Two man made ponds are in the park and are stocked with fish, large mouth bass and Bluegill. A few platforms with benches are located around the ponds. There are 3 trails at this park. There is the White Tail Trail which is of asphalt and is 0.6 miles long, great for those with strollers or wheelchairs. The Drake Trail is 0.5 miles long and is made up of gravel. The Tree Trapper Trail is 1.1 miles long and is made up of gravel. There is a lodge that can be reserved in advanced for private events. It has wifi, Max capacity for 99 people. Eight conference-sized tables with seating for 64 (dining chairs with backs), three high-top/serving tables with seating for 12 (stools, no backs), and two lounge chairs with a coffee table in front of the fireplace. Restrooms are also available with water, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, sink and ample counter space with outlets. Although there is no cooking inside, a grill is located right behind the Lodge. I think the reservation pricing may vary but a quick look on the website has the following prices on their reservation page; Out-of-County Fee: $90.00-Geauga County Resident Fee:$55.00- Seasonal Surcharge: $ 10.00. All in all I am fairly impressed with this family orientated park.

Beautiful park to walk around in and explore. It's super peaceful, so it's good to take your mind…read moreoff of things. I enjoy this park a lot.

I love it, it's a great place to be for the parents to relax and kids to play!read more

Not bad for being 10 minutes from home. Best for ages 2-8 but big enough for us big kids too! Nice…read moreplace to stop for the youngins to expel all that extra energy :o)

Geauga County Metroparks are just a portion of the beautiful Ohio parks. There are 27 parks in…read moreGeauga County, Observatory Park was a new one for us as we venture out and cross them off our list. We attended an awesome event (registration was required, but about 20 additional people joined) where we learned about exoplanets, how to spot them and how to help scientists locate them! I'm having a blast doing this still in my spare time (and more!) The park features a mile long replica trail of our solar system, perfect for a short family hike. Of course dogs are always welcome at the parks. There is a hill where people gather to watch the night sky on blankets, and I've seen events posted for Movies in the Park (next up is Encanto).

Having always lived in areas with high urban light pollution, I had never really seen the Milky Way…read morebefore and Observatory Park (one of the world's 55 International Dark Sky Parks) was an awesome place to have my first stargazing experience! We came on a perfectly cloudless night when the visibility was pretty close to optimal. They had two telescopes out for viewing Mars and the Orien Nebula, and we also managed to catch the ISS in orbit. Apparently there's a ~2mi astronomy trail that takes you to each of the "planets", with the distances from Earth being roughly to scale in walking distance. Got here well after sunset so it was too dark out to explore the trails but looking forward to checking them out if I'm back for the next meteor shower!

Another county park in the fabulous Geauga Parks District system, it has the well-groomed trails…read moreand smart amenities this park system is known for. Burton Wetlands is just that - copious amounts of water-logged lands in the rural township of Burton. This park features 2 human walk paths amongst these swampy features. The shorter Glacier Trail is a 0.5-mile stretech of "civilized" gravel walkway that winds you through the forest to Lake Kelso - a completely natural glacial lake formed by none other than the monsterous glacier that once sat on this area carving lakes and depositing silt as it expanded and contracted over thousands of years. At the end of the short walk is a canoe launch and a boardwalk to a dual observation deck. Further penetration around the lake is stopped by the boggy brush but the observation deck allows you to watch for jumping fish, eagles, herons, turtles, and all the other swampy critters who make this place home. Because of the natural preservation status of Lake Kelso, park officials only occasionally grant lake access for park-sponsored canoe programs but no other on-lake access is allowed to the public. The nearby house is home to the county's senior naturalist on staff. This whole gorgeous area surrounding the lake used to be someone's personal property - can you imagine that?! The second trail is longer, more natural, and is a loop trail. Except for the immediate entry, gravel doesn't layer this footing so expect far more mud and slosh than its sister trail. It first takes you across a grassy meadow before heading into a muddy forest next to swampy ponds. Expect to see lots of beaver dams, gnawings, and the occasional beaver him/herself. There's a little more up/down with this path but absolutely nothing strenuous or climby about it. Wetlands, as they all do, breed mosquitoes and deer flies - and the ones here are quite voracious during the above-70-deg-F season - so protect yourself accordingly (long sleeves, repellent, hat, etc.). A well-preserved natural area under the guise of good stewardship plus its quiet remoteness makes it one of our favorite parks.

Ah, the Wetlands of Burton. I found 2 ospreys there, and saw some rabbits, but BW is kind of lame…read more It's pretty, but not my favorite spot. One time, I had forgotten the address and typed Burton Wetlands in my GPS, saying, "I found Burton Wetlands! It's under Burton Wetlands!" I meant I found it when I typed it in, instead of keying in the address. It's on a gravel road, so be careful!

Went to Holden Arboretum in October and they had a really fun Skelton themed garden. The…read moreinstallations were creative and very fun. The colors of the leaves were really nice and we were able to go up the platform and see the entire arboretum. It's a great place for a walk and I'm looking forward to going in the summer as well to see the different flowers that might be there.

What a beautiful massive arboretum!…read more You can spend half to a whole day here, soothed by the nature, sound of birds chirping, and light breeze. Recommend coming here on a nice sunny day to enjoy the hike to the fullest. We were greeted with a random encounter by a black rat snake right when we entered. This place is well maintained and offers a variety of aesthetic gardens and trails, along with several benches in each area for you to simply sit back and relax while enjoying the view. The highlight would be the Kalberer emergent tower, featuring a 120 ft structure that offers a panoramic view of the forest and Lake Erie (202 stairs to the top). The Murch canopy walk is also a must-visit spot. This is a 500 ft long elevated walkway that lets you immerse yourself in the tree canopy. We had such a great time here and will definitely be back. Tips: make sure to bring a bottle of water (there is a water refill station in the visitor center), snacks and sunglasses

This is a small but enjoyable park. There's a short trail with a variety of overlooks and access…read morefor a closer look at the waterfall. We were surprised by the sudden roar of what turned out to be a passing train, but it's otherwise peaceful. Plenty of places to sit and relax for a picnic. My sons enjoyed crawling through a short tunnel and climbing rocks and trees. There are port-a-potties by the parking lot.

The park was very small and there was not much to see but the waterfalls were very interesting to…read moresee.

Great park! They…read morehave lots of areas to check out: Campground Nature center Kayaks to rent Boat launch Hiking trails Beach area Playgrounds Manor Restaurant We stayed in the campground and were able to bike ride most of the park. There is a cool boardwalk trail that starts by the hotel area and walks along the lake.

I enjoy seeing the lake here and the birds. Bring your small boats, kayaks and fishing poles. Drive…read morepass the marina and you'll come to the camp ground. Check in at the building to get your site. Have a picnic. Hike the trails. Rent a cabin. Walk the wooden platform on the lake which begins in front of the lodge. Enter the manor for a good meal and check out the gift shop. Stay in the haunted lodge. Bring your cross-country skis. Play a round of golf. Swim in the pool. So much to do at this State Park. See the website for details.

Another gem of the Geauga Parks District. The wonderful staff and volunteers hold public events…read morehere such as hound hikes and the holiday greens workshop at the little lodge by the pond which is also reservable by residents. Nice forested trails are available on the other side of the reservation for both hikers and trail runners. The grounds are beautiful and everything is well-maintained. Far away from the cities, expect quiet and serenity out here in rural Geauga County.

Love this place. Fun hiking, great for parties, excellent activities sponsored by park district. We…read moredo Saps A Risin' every year. Very fun.