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.

Once a golf course,this beautiful land is now a fantastic park. The environment is peaceful,…read moreinviting and I can't wait to come back in the fall. Although it might appear like an overgrown plot, allowing nature to take back this area provides visitors with an abundance of wildlife. You'll see a variety of birds, trees and very steep hills. Although the paths are paved I wouldn't consider all of them handicap accessible. However, directly next to the picnic tables is a pond with plenty of turtles and fish. There aren't any grills but there is a restaurant called Park Place at the entrance. However, these paths are not shaded nor easy to navigate. One of the first hills was so steep it takes even an advanced hiker a minute or two to catch ones breath. But it's worth the climb, you really can't beat the view!

A little disappointing, for a Metropark. We have been spoiled by the level of maintenance at so…read moremany of the parks in this part of Ohio. Parts of the trail are just mowed grass and there was a lot of debris on the paths. Wish there was some information there about the golf course. We did see several signs numbered for golf holes...but, it would have been interesting to follow the layout of the old course. My husband and I are in our 70's and found some of the inclines pretty challenging! (Also wondered what the metal structure was that goes down one of the slopes...looks like an old "incline" track for trolley car?) We logged about 3 miles on a gorgeous summer day and enjoyed it very much!

A beautiful place with a lovely waterfall and stunning natural surroundings. It's the perfect spot…read moreto relax, refresh your body and mind, and enjoy the peaceful beauty of nature. Definitely worth visiting!

Once we found the waterfall at Viaduct Park, it was a short walk on a paved path down to the…read morewaterfall. We went through the small cave to get another view of it. The area was nice and well kept.

Awesome place to bring little kids to play outside. Brand new playground. Tons of swings and…read moreslides. There is also a great walking or jogging path! We'll be back!

Love love love it! Clean and family oriented. The playground is awesome for all children and ages…read more Restrooms, walking path, sandbox, and basketball court!

A short trail that leads to directly to the falls. Very well maintained. The falls are beautiful…read more I'd recommend going after a rain, but it's a great stop anytime the water is flowing.n

This was a pretty spot. There was no one around at all. The falls were low, but the hike was easy…read moreand the trails were nice.

The Ohio Erie Canal Towpath is my favorite place to go for lunch-time walks. If you have a heavy…read moreheart or clouded thoughts, this is a great place for walking meditation alongside the canal. The wildlife is outstanding. On my beautiful autumn walk today I saw countless Wolly Bears. There are many majestic herons and families of ducks quacking and hanging out in the water. Chubby squirrels dance in the fallen leaves. As the clock turns to November I quote Axl Rose: Sometimes I need some time. On my own. Sometimes I need some time. All alone. That is how I feel but I believe Townes Van Zandt said it better on Catfish Song: Well, to meet is like springtime And to love's like the summer Her brown eyes shone for nobody but me In autumn forever, the fool come a fallin' And the rain turned to freezin' inside of me.

Perci Amphitheater has "Rock the Park" all summer long!! Saw Escape (Journey) so far this summer…read more Also Boy Band. Tonight it is Motley Crue and Metallica. ALL COVER BANDS. They also have food trucks along with beer and wine. Tix are $15 each for lawn seats. Inexpensive very fun night.

Beautiful park. Lots of hills that go down and meet up with CVNP. It's one of my favorite spots to…read morebring a lunch and eat. They have a nature center, stables, fields and woods to choose from.

Brecksville Reservation is considered to be the largest urban park (3,026-acre) in Ohio. We're so…read morelucky to have this nature's treasure in our city. This park is an ideal destination for easy hiking, wildflower and butterfly sightseeing, workshops, and nature education for kids. I visited this park for Birch Bark Basket Workshop , and LOVED it. I also wandered in the park, visited the nature center, and checked out the prairie. All highly recommended experiences. Park: GPS'ing "9000 Chippewa Rd, Brecksville" will direct you right to the large parking lot by the Harriet Keeler Memorial Picnic Area. The picnic area has a lodge covered gazebo and a very lively playground. Take the path to your right to discover Brecksville Nature Center and Trailside Program Center. Both buildings are newly updated and clearly labeled. The Nature Center offers a sensory inclusive location for all ages. Inside the nature center you'll find creatures (frogs, bugs, and snakes), a cozy bird watching window, a kids play area, and scavenger hunts for the kids. There is a scenic Tallgrass Prairie with tall grass, plants, and beautiful wildflowers. I did not wander deep into the park, but noticed that hiking paths are flat, and easy to navigate. Park maps are available online and right by the parking lot. You can also find a folded map in the Nature Center. While the park is vast, I didn't have any issues with navigation. That's coming from someone who can get lost anywhere. Service: I interacted with a few park employees and volunteers over the phone and during my visit. Everyone was very friendly, patient with me during registration, and workshop. It's definitely the friendliest Metropark! Workshops/Events: Brecksville Reservation (and other Metroparks) host really fun nature-related programs for all ages. I'm surprised that more people haven't yet discovered these programs. Some programs are free, others have low cost. Look for programs online or grab flyers at the Nature Center. The next most anticipated event at the Brecksville Reservation is FallFest: 18th Century Festival. It's a free event with folk music, American Revolution flair, cider, and more! My recent visit was to partake in the Birch Bark Basket Workshop at the Trailside Program Center. The center is very minimalistic and is used for programming. It's spacious and comfortable to craft in. All attendees had so much fun! We made our own baskets from birch bark, learned about the many uses and types of birch, and interacted with each other. I loved my experience and plan to make more birch tree crafts at home! I highly recommend visiting the Brecksville Reservation. You'll love the vastness if you're a hiker. You'll enjoy the easy hiking trails and the predominance of wildflowers if you're a wanderer. Your kids will enjoy the playground, the Nature Center, and being in nature. The park feels suitable for all to enjoy. I can't wait until my next visit in the fall to watch gorgeous foliage.

At first glance this park is beautiful, the drive up towards the main parking area is surrounded by…read moretrees and offers a large pond with fountain. There is also a large overlook where you can sit & enjoy the view. However, the view was a bit frustrating as the entire pond had large amounts of trash surrounding the edges. You can fish here but it is strictly catch & release. Although, other than a large amount of dead snails & fish I'm not sure what you'll find. I realize the pond was low but this should make it all the more easier to maintain. There are at least two trails winding through the woods but it's difficult to tell which path you're on on where to go. The only signage marking the paths are random planks of badly weathered wood with dull red or blue paint. Some are broken and lying at the base of trees, others were attached to trunks but blended in with the bark. Perhaps new signs with bright colors would be more suitable for visitors. The trails are wide dirt paths with very few obstructions, however you might get stuck in the mud if it's damp out...I would not recommend these trails if you're in a wheelchair. Towards the back of the property is an ugly cookie cutter development- such an eye sore! And the trails are littered with broken benches but are very quiet & relaxing. There's even a neat old fireplace and a few pavilions with grills. It also offers a large playground and huge field. I think if the park was cleaned up a bit & things were fixed it would be one I would return to regularly.