If you are driving by the corner of W.117 and Madison in Lakewood check out the Southwest corner,…read morethere is a small plaque identifying the Lakewood Mini Park which is a small indent in the the wall creating a "park" that is about 12'x12'. I have not had time to do a full tour yet, but plan to spend some time exploring to see what kind of hiking and other facilities are available. Great convenient location, unknown properties, but someone in Lakewood definitely has a sense of humor.

Great trails and activities. Beware of ticks. Even at the…read morepicnic tables by the parking lot, I had ticks crawling on me. I usually do the loop around the grassy area, but there are trails that goes through the woods too.

I love the Metroparks, and this park is a big reason why. It has a little bit of everything- paved…read moretrails, trails through the woods, plenty of pavilion space, multiple parking sites, clean bathrooms, nature center, water fountains, educational programs, festivals...the list goes on and on. Every time I'm in the area, I stop by.

I almost don't want to write this review because I loved how unsaturated this park felt, but I…read moreguess I'll share the info. Located right off the highway at the Eddy Rd./Bratenahl stop, this was the perfect dog park for me and my dogter, Mocha. The park is located right next to the city hall building. There's a small playground and not a lot of parking, so it's quaint, but a nice little setting for an afternoon outside. I wanted to take my dog someplace that didn't have a ton of other dogs because she's only been to a dog park once before. This place was perfect! The dog park isn't super huge, which I liked. It's secure with no gaps in the fence. There was a bucket with balls and sticks if you wanted to play catch. They don't allow any digging but also provided some shovels for repair incase you dog does dig. There were a few different picnic tables and seating areas so that owners could hang out and not have to be super close to one another. This worked out perfectly for Mocha and I as there was another larger dog there that intimidated her a bit, but we got ot stay in our area and the other owner and dog were elsewhere. Eventually she felt more comfortable roaming around but didn't have to engage with the other dog if she didn't want to. The park is clean and had bags incase your pup made a poo. I look forward to taking Mocha back. It's nice to know that there is a park super close to us where I feel comfortable and she feels safe to run around a bit without getting super dirty or rolling in geese poop.

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

Liberty Playground in Elmwood Park is so nice for children! All was cleaned and there was only two…read moremissing items to utilize the park fully. People were socially distanced at the park. The bathrooms were available near by however we didn't use them. There is a bicycle park as well for children called safety town. There were various slides; zip line, rock climbing and swings!

The city of Independence, Ohio has a lot going for it but their Elmwood park simply outshines parks…read moreof neighboring areas. The crown jewel being their Liberty Playground which is great for toddlers to preteens. It has a generous section for a mini-town, complete with is fire station, traffic light, pedestrian crossing etc. Of note, clean restrooms by the kids area enhances the experience. The soccer field is gorgeous....and well maintained. Tennis courts are fantastic....and well maintained. Excellent baseball fields, multiple....are well maintained. Swimming pool for kids and adults....look great although I haven't benefited from it. The walking areas connecting all the above to independence branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library are paved with lush green grass and colorful floral arrangements with a lot of attention owing laid to landscaping. The Elmwood pond within the grounds of the park is a serene place to sit by. I've had the pleasure of visiting there many times with family, a generation up and also a generation down. We all love sitting there, chatting, snacking,in a peaceful environment in awe of the ducks, geese and if we're lucky, seeing the blue herons that come by there.

Market Square Park is an urban oasis in Ohio City. You'll find it right across the street from the…read moreWest Side Market. This square has long historical significance and many West Side Market tours originate in this park. Market Square Park was once an open-air West Side Market in 1859. In 1868 it served as a wooden Pearl Street Market that in 1915 transitioned to what we now know as the Westside Market. I frequently find myself in this park while in the area. The park is a fairly small square with benches and a few tables. Seasonally it's a nice oasis to rest and socialize during your Ohio City explorations. It's a good rest stop to try all your Westside Market purchases - small bites or fresh fruit. The square frequently serves as a civil gathering space for various globally meaningful protests. People from other parts of the city gather to share their agendas. Unfortunately, over the years, the square became frequently occupied by questionable crowds and may not be the safest destination. It is more true for warmer seasons rather than winter. The park does not have dedicated parking. You can find parking at the West Side Market that offers free 90 minute grace period. There is also a parking lot behind Market Street. Sometimes you'll even get lucky with street parking but not during peak times (evenings and weekends). Consider visiting Market Square Park during your Ohio City explorations. You'll find many local businesses in close proximity - West 25th and Market Street. Both offer the best taste of the city in terms of culinary adventures and beyond.

Market Square Park! A cute little gem in Ohio City, nothing fancy, but often activated with cool…read moremaker fairs, like my favorite, the Cleveland Bazaar! There's typically programming here from June-October with everything from musicians to craft fairs and performances. The Park is located directly across the street from the West Side Market at Lorain Avenue and West 25th Street. It's a neat little square and is fully surrounded by great local businesses like Great Lakes Brewing Company, Flying Fig, Boaz Cafe, Souper Market and sooo many more. I'm not sure if its a park I would come to just to relax as it's not very large and in a pretty high-traffic area, but rather, if an event is here, I'll surely attend. You can usually find a meter spot on the surrounding streets or there's a big pay lot parallel to it! Check out an event here!

Went here for some fishing & birding. Lots of recreational activities and massive. Pretty…read moreaccessible for those with differing needs. Can rent peddle boats or kayaks from the main building. Multiple entrances and playgrounds.

Walkers: Perfect trail for trying to get into shape again. The trail is not too demanding, but is a…read morehearty walk, relatively flat and you can enjoy the beautiful lake scenery, especially the trees, flowers, and woods, as you walk. The trail is mainly concrete at the onset, so this can be a little harder on your feet. What I enjoy most, is watching happy dogs, walking the trail with their owners! People are very friendly here and will say hello. This park is connected to a beautiful town, where people are that friendly, so don't be alarmed! On a Sunday afternoon, you will find lots of runners passing you and bicycles too, so just be careful and stay to the right.

The solstice steps are a great place to watch the sunset. We got takeout from Corner 11 (highly…read morerecommend) and sat on the steps to eat dinner and watch the sunset. It wasn't crowded but was a little busy. Pro tip, while the steps are huge, they have smaller steps on the side to be able to access each step. We didn't realize that, and I was jumping down the steps to get to each one. There are nice paths to walk along, and after the sunset we had a nice view of the Cleveland skyline at night. You might want to bring a sweater as it can be a little windy there. I super look forward to going again in the summer.