Interesting park for kiddos! All wooden playsets & things!…read more They have a wooden tractor (why we went there) my son loved it! A big tire swing. A turf hill you can slide or roll down. A climbing net going back up that hill. & a slide going down that same hill. Along with steps, mommas lol Picnic tables under a cool roof. Dog walking park also! Saw lots of people walking their dogs. Looks like a lot of pretty trails, but we didn't experience those. All play areas are visible from closest picnic area, except the bottom of the turf slide hill. 4 stars due to it being on the smaller side, but my kids really enjoyed it. Mostly stayed at the turf hill though & the tractor. Wouldn't make a long trip here as kiddos might get bored after awhile. But def nice if close for picnics, short play, or dog walks!

Amazing park! Has a picnic area that's covered, very dog friendly. Has paved trails but the nature…read moretrails are the main attraction. (My review from Google Map)

Having done another hike at Hinckley Reservation I realized I had not posted a review for one of…read morethe gems of the Cleveland Metroparks system. Hinckley offers as diverse a range of activities and some of the best view as any other park in the area. Most people know Hinckley from the annual Buzzard festival, the nice lake and the awesome ledges, but that is just scratching the surface. With the newly renovated dam and the lake refilled Hinckley Reservation is once again at its peak. I have often hiked at Hinckley, my most recent hike started at the Top of the Ledges picnic area, went down through the Ledges, along the North side of the Hinckley Lake Loop, on the Bridal Trails and then the Buckeye Trail back through the Ledges. If you are looking for some interesting hiking the Bridal Trails provide some nice variety from open fields, stream crossings, hills and narrow winding trails. Whipp's Ledges are some of the most impressive you will see; they provide multiple routes and views, plus there is actual rock climbing allowed. Less well known are Worden's Ledges on the other side of the park which while smaller still are lots of fun and they have some interesting carvings that are well worth visiting. The Lake provides the opportunity for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. There is a nice boathouse where you can rent a boat at reasonable rate, and while not terribly challenging, the lake is picturesque and getting out on the water is always a great time. Although I have never taken advantage at the bottom of the dam there is a nice beach and swimming area. Hinckley Reservation is a wonderful asset and a great way to get outside and enjoy yourself. This is a large park with plenty to do and see. Never been disappointed with a visit here.

The dam is a lot better after the reconstruction. Nice 3 mile walk around the lake. Concession…read morestand open during the summer.

Beautiful man made waterfall with a viewing deck! Long paths that go down close to it, overall…read more10/10 (5.0 stars) (My review from Google maps)

Hidden gem This is…read morethe coolest park for pictures in the area. A great little hike down and you are at the river. The large rocks are perfect for taking pictures. There is a picnic area and some bathrooms but the bathrooms are very old. I remember coming to this park as a kid and being my kids as well.

Gorgeous waterfall within Cuyahoga Valley Nat.Park, second most photographed (after Brandywine)…read morecan be reached by steep Buckeye Trail from Boston Mill Visitor Center. Pictured in a late summer..

One of my bucket list falls has finally been checked off -- Blue Hen Falls! It's quite a hike but,…read morepersonally, worthwhile for a nature lover like myself. It's not a huge fall but, definitely a beautiful, scenic view and easy to miss. GPS will definitely guide you directly to the fall but, it guides you right above the fall.

Finally had the opportunity to come here with a few of my friends while on vacation. For a while…read moregetting here, I thought I was in the wrong area but I assure you, the GPS takes you to the right place. This place is quiet and peaceful! There's a great deal of trails and rivers. Most of which I didn't have time to fully discover but everything here is well maintained! Thankfully not alot of people come here but this place also features an outhouse and a grill. Definitely reccomend coming here!

This place is gorgeous. It's a photographer's go-to. Hikers love it, too. It's pristine and…read morewell-kept. Miles of hiking and gorgeous scenery. There are several falls that are beautiful. Watch out for the stairs--there are a lot! From anywhere in NE Ohio, it's not a far drive, and so worth it.

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.

This park was well rated with a perfect prior to my tour at Castle Noel. …read more Summit Metro Parks; were clean, scenic and well maintained . Trail markers , paved trails, even a bi monthly quaterly magazine, listing all sorts of events. This was my first visit to an Ohio park to explore, and will defintly check out other locations in the near future. The vistor center staff were friendly ; the center itself was marvelous with variety of things to explore,the tree exhibit, the bird feeding area, kids area , turtles and the akorn gift shop. The gift shop shaped in a Maple leaf, in my opinion was genuis , simple addition to center for kids and nature lovers. Fall will be approaching soon; be sure to hike and enjoy the beauty of nature with exercise and fresh air.

So pretty. Especially in summer when the pond in the flower section is in full bloom.read more

O'Neil Woods is an interesting Metro Park connected to the CVNP. I did a hike along the Buckeye…read moreTrail starting at Ira Road to O'Neil Woods, dd the loop trail and then back to my car. The O'Neil Woods loop is a nice shorter moderate hike; good elevation change, some steeper portions and a variety of scenery. Starting at the parking lot and taking the trail at the far end of the lot you will have a fairly easy descent on a wider trail through the woods. After you cross the road you will have some nice views of the river and then the big red barn. Crossing back over the road is a narrower trail with steep switchbacks that will get your blood pumping as you climb about 300 vertical feet. At the top you will stay with the narrow trail through the woods and cross a bridge before completing the loop. Around the parking lot is a number of benches and picnic tables, including a picnic area overlooking a nice little gorge; looks like a very nice place to grab some food or just hang out. O'Neil Woods is not huge, there is just one trail that actually presents a nice challenge. Well worth a visit if you are looking for a shorter hike that will still give you a good workout.

Beautiful and challenging wooded trail, has some steep climbs that will keep the toughest hikers…read moreentertained. The low area, along side the river, offers a flowered grassy fertile meadow and river views. the rocky hillside climbs give a cool overlook. The trail takes an hour if you are an accomplished hiker. This is not a good trail for a beginner and don't wear flip-flops.

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!!

Great park with a lot of options for recreation. This parks also stretches a few different cities…read moreso you have the option for longer walks, runs, or bike rides. Wallace Lake is inside this park and has different boating options. Lots of fishing spots as well. You also have paved and trail options to choose from. There are a few big parking areas along with smaller ones. If you go early you are fine usually to find parking wherever. There is also a fitness trail so you can use it in conjection with other workouts.

A nice park with plenty of walking paths and hiking trails. There are also picnic tables. They have…read morebike trails as well. There are multiple parking areas depending on what part of the park you want to explore. Not too crowded due to the size of the park.