We recently visited this free state park beach which has been significantly improved with the…read moreaddition of the Visitor Center and the real restrooms and rinse-off area at the back. There's a new pier where boats can pull up, and it's popular for swimming and diving too. The beach itself has a rustic, wooded feel. The swimming area is shallow to a point and then gets deep enough for real swimming. The biggest downside is all of the goose poop especially on the walkway that provides accessibility. There is plenty of parking and a playground for the kiddos.

I visited in the fall and the park was beautiful!…read more The park is located right in the middle of the town. You can easily pass the entrance. Driving thru the park they have a lot of different activities - skate park, beach , hiking, and a wedding venue. We drove back to the beach area and there are beautiful views of the lake. The beach was a good size. Lots of parking available. There is also a playground near the beach. Great for kids!

this was honestly one of my favorite things we did for the summer. It's roughly $50 a person for…read morethe daily pass. I went on the Fourth of July and it was a really good time. There wasn't too many people. They had a band playing at the rooftop bar. They have concession stands where they sell ice cream whole pizzas Chicken tenders fries and more. Along with the obstacle courses in the lake. They also have a splash pad area for kids. And also a little area with water slides and buckets that dump water. I will definitely be coming back.

Our stay was nothing short of extremely disappointing. My kids had been looking forward to this…read moretrip all summer. They were so excited to finally have the chance to visit the great Jellystone Resort, only to leave feeling let down and disappointed. Friday, after we had already put a considerable amount of money into the arcade, we discovered that the ticket machine was broken. Instead of making an effort to get it fixed, the solution was simply to put an "Out of Order" sign on it. My kids were understandably upset, and unfortunately, they weren't the only ones. Throughout the weekend, I saw countless children walking out of the arcade crying, especially the younger kids who simply didn't understand why they couldn't get their tickets or use something they had been looking forward to. Then there were the water attractions. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, numerous water obstacles were closed. These are some of the attractions that make this resort what it is supposed to be known for, yet they were constantly unavailable. We ended up spending most of our time in the pool area because there simply wasn't much else we could do. It's incredibly frustrating to spend this much money on a family vacation and then find that many of the attractions you paid for aren't actually available. There's also a huge sign proudly advertising that the resort serves Hershey's ice cream. After standing in line for nearly an hour, we were finally told that everything was sold out. And this wasn't an isolated incident. Numerous times throughout the weekend, we waited in lines only to eventually be told that whatever we were trying to purchase was sold out. After a while, it became incredibly frustrating and made us wonder why the resort was continuing to advertise and sell experiences that they clearly weren't prepared to provide. Our experience at the restaurant was just as disappointing. There were only four tables with customers while we were there, yet it still took approximately 90 minutes to receive our deep-fried food. Ninety minutes for food that should not have taken anywhere near that long is simply unacceptable, especially when you're traveling with kids. We also paid for a glitter tattoo for our kids and almost didn't get it because there was only one person doing them. I felt bad for the employee because he was clearly overwhelmed, but one person trying to handle that many children was never going to work. Once again, the kids were the ones who ended up disappointed. And finally, our Monday morning "wake-up call" came courtesy of lawn mowers starting at 7:00 a.m. I understand that the resort has to get the property cleaned up and prepared for the next group of guests, and I understand that there is a checkout time. But waking up families at 7:00 in the morning with lawn mowers is not the way to leave guests with a positive final impression. There are more considerate ways to get people moving without making them feel like they are being pushed out. The most disappointing part of all of this is that my kids had been looking forward to this trip for months. We spent a significant amount of money expecting a fun family vacation and an experience that matched what Jellystone promises. Instead, we spent much of the weekend dealing with closed attractions, sold-out items, long waits, broken equipment, and disappointed children. This was supposed to be the "best vacation ever." Unfortunately, it was anything but. I truly hope management takes these concerns seriously, because this resort has the potential to be a great family destination. But based on our experience, it is nowhere near the experience it claims to provide. We left feeling disappointed, frustrated, and, most of all, sorry that our kids' long-awaited vacation didn't turn out the way they had hoped.

Great place for sunsets! The views over by the boathouse on the right side where the field is or on…read morethe pier seems like it is always annoyed or obstructed in a way by those poles placed on the rocks. Why are they even there? I guess for visibility purposes for those on the water, but seems silly

Great place to take in the scenery of Lake Erie and launch your boat or personal watercraft!…read more There's ample parking and it's always packed during the warmer months. The entrance is right at the end of an intersection, so traffic can be a pain sometimes, but luckily I live within walking distance! They also have a fishing pier and there's Miller Park right next door with a mini beach and picnic areas. It's a great place to get some fresh (sometimes fishy) air and listen to the Jet Skis zoom by.

Spillaway This park…read morehad a great natural swimming area. The lake overflows like a waterfall into a swimming area. There is a beach area and life guards. Then the swimming area overflows into a stream. The kids love walking through th me stream looking for crayfish and other animals. There is a bathroom and changing area. Plus a little snack area with ice cream and other snack items. Great family fun!

This park has so much beauty everywhere you look. I appreciate nature and coming here throughout…read moreall of the different seasons. It's so refreshing to see so many people walking. There was this little girl with rosiest cheeks I've ever seen laughing as she walked with her family. She and her siblings were laughing and running with her siblings. This made me smile as I thought those are great parents taking their kids for w walk in this winter wonderland. It was in the 20's but it felt great. I'm so thankful for all of our parks in Ohio. The waterfall looks so pretty. The trails are not difficult to do. There are your slight inclines, with snow and ice it can be a little slippery just slow down or make sure you have proper footwear. People on the trail are pretty friendly and will say hello as they are walking by. You got this!!

Stopped by Headlands Beach while in town on a business trip. This is such a great place for some…read morequiet time! There is plenty of space to walk, fish, and take in the beach views.

It was a fabulous fall day and my wife and I decided to spend part of it at "Headlands Beach Park"…read more We have been there many times over the years with family and friends. It never ceases to amaze. The parking is never ending. The beach goes on forever. There is an abundance of picnic areas, grills, pavilions, and public bathrooms. The walking trails are more than a mile long. And then there is the lake... that big beautiful lake. It is just a fantastic place to spend a day. Go with friends. Take your kids and grandkids. Or just go by yourself and enjoy the sand. It really is fantastic.

Of all the things we did in Clevland during our trip this was our favorite. I can't stop thinking…read moreof this little slice of heaven. There is a main trail that loops around and borders the lake. Most of the rim there is foliage blocking the view but there are a few open spots and the overlook spot if you want a view of the lake. I would recommend verring onto the Northern Harrier Trail which was our favorite. Felt very whimsical with all of the wildflowers and deer. This is an excellent spot for birding. Saw a few groups with binoculars. I broke our my bird call app and had dozens of birds identified that we then tried to find. Very fun! The trail itself is pretty short but it's worth doing a few laps if you've got the time. Or taking it really slow to soak it up. There is large parking lot available. Google maps takes you right to it.

Great Metroparks Reservation with some seriously underrated views of the lake and the city skyline…read more This is located right off the highway at the MLK exit. It's super easy to get to, with good parking and signage. I was surprised that there was no paved trail/path. There is a bird watching path and another running trail and they all connect, but nothing is paved. Be sure to bring your bug spray and there were warning signs that there are ticks. There's a great lookout spot with a few benches less than a mile into the trail. Excellent views.

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.

My cousins have a boat docked on Conneaut Lake and invited our family to visit for a weekend! They…read morestay at a campground about 10 minutes away from the dock. Conneaut itself is kind of strange with the creepy abandoned looking amusement park, and the super haunted Conneaut hotel. We drove right through the amusement park and hotel until we reached a parking lot right on the lake. I think this is a public beach area right next to the tiki bar. I was impressed by how clean it was, and how beautiful the nearby lake houses were. The tiki bar was busy in the middle of the hot summer day. We walked right onto the dock for their boat! It was super easy and convenient. The lake itself is clean and pretty! We took the boat out to the sandbar at the flagpole in the middle of the water. It was only a few feet of water in some areas and kids and dogs could stand. The water felt amazing - 76 degrees! The bottom of the lake at this point is very sharp, so we had to wear water shoes. The lake is really beautiful and this is a great day trip from Pittsburgh.

Conneaut Lake, located in NW PA, is the largest natural lake in the state. The water is at best…read morelukewarm in the height of the summer. On Labor Day weekend, it was cold if you spent any length of time on it. Great temp for tubing or boating. There are many coves or sandbars you can stop on if desired. Our hosts had a private dock so we did some swimming there. This is truly a town where families gather over generations sharing traditions. The weekend after Labor Day is typically the wrap up of the Summer season. This area gets lake effect snow and in the winter is pretty sparsely populated. Lovely laid back place in the summer-will definitely return!

I visited in mid-July 2020. I had always wondered where the Marina was so I'm glad I decided to…read moreexplore on a Saturday afternoon and ALAS, I found it. I didn't spend too much time here so I'll have to come again. This marina sits on the corner of Rocky River and Lakewood but the actual address is in Lakewood, Ohio. THINGS TO DO -- There are some benches close to the marina for you to sit and watch people on their boats or sit to just admire the nice houses up on the cliff. There is a section to rent Kayak's. If you have a boat, there is a dock where you can load and unload your boat. If you prefer not to get on the water, there is a walking path along the lake. Also, the big park is across the marina where families gather to have a picnic or enjoy the great outdoors. I recommend coming here for a fun filled day spent in the great outdoors. **** - 32/200 total reviews in 2020 - 408 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 19 July 2020

Lived there for 30 yrs. Not the best, not the worst. For a gated community in the middle of…read morenowhere, we've experienced more crime than you would expect. Get less benefits now than we did 30 yrs ago. In addition to association fees, utility fees per lot. Even lots ur not tapping into. Now paying for passes for the pool (have had multiple additional assessments to fix pool and multiple yrs pool wasn't open) Additional Road assessments (multiple times in 30 yrs) However, they've been working hard on improvements. First, the activity committee is working hard to hold activities for everyone, to bring the community together. They are fixing the road. We will see how they hold up this winter. But for now they are nice. The beach area is better than it's been, ever. They are really trying to make improvements. But it gets expensive for people on very small fixed disability incomes.

We have owned property here for over 25 years and just recently bought a house on the lake and…read morecompletely remodeled it about a year a half ago. Its our second home. I really enjoy this community. Most of the people live in this community full time. I love that it's in the middle of "nowhere" in Amish country. It's actually located in West Salem where a majority of my husband's family is which is why we live here during the summer months. The HOA recently fixed the roads which makes the community so much better. Driving down the roads with large potholes made it seem incredibly trashy. In the beginning I felt like we got picked on personally by the HOA when they found out our home was our second residence. We would get cited for our shed door swinging open (came open during a storm) with the threat of a fine, or a threat of a fine when our grass was an inch taller. But I would drive around and see other people have much higher grass or stacks of trash, wood, and other items in the front of their yards and wonder why we were getting cited for things in our backyard. Since we pay our dues a whole year in advance, I have noticed that we haven't been cited and we also hired someone to cut the grass every other week (to make sure there are no complaints with the grass). Personally, I don't think anyone living in the community should pay extra to have a pool pass if you are a member to go to the pool. Just raise the HOA fee's and let people use things for free. I wish we had more options like a sailing club for the kids, or swim club for the kids, or a summer camp for the kids. We drive to the Mohican sailing club which is only an additional $300 a year to use their club house for FREE anytime and their boats for free. I wish cinnamon lake followed this business practice as well for their community members. There should be more summer perks involving the lake and if it costs money get to it. We could even involve the West Salem kids in summer camps to help balance the HOA fee's - Cinnamon Lake could really be amazing and has so much potential. I do like all the extras that they are doing with community with the club house. I wish they did more kids dances. HOWEVER they have done a really great Easter, Christmas and summer festivals which had wonderful turnout. That has been so big and made a big difference in the community as well. So overall I do love it. It's a really great community. The people who live here are incredibly nice. If you are looking to live here full or part time, I would definitely recommend it even with my complaints. You won't find lake living at such a reasonable cost. West Salem is such a wonderful community. If you are thinking of taking the plunge, dive right into Cinnamon Lake.