Hidden Gem! Every time I go there's barely anyone else there. There's various gardens, a canopy…read morewalk and an emergent tower. Highly recommend going with family or friends, it's so peaceful and relaxing.

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.

Beautiful Oarks, but the best experience was an unexpected fishing trip and stay at a rustic cabin…read moreat # Unclesamstroutfushing. The boys caught over twenty fish over two hours but lived spending the night at Uncke Sam's trout camp cabin.

The entire Lake Metropark system is something all residents should experience! Each park is unique…read morein it's own way. And now, they have added camping to their parks! Varying locations, one campsite each location (except Lake Erie Bluffs, they have 2 sites a good distance from each other. We've been to two sites already and going to a third this weekend. Metroparks has lots of cheap and free programs for all ages and abilities. Really a class act.

Lucky to have access to a great park system. Even in the winter months, the access, paths, and…read morescenery are great. Always wildlife to observe. Clean facilities.

I visited Strawberry Picnic Area at North Chagrin Reservation over the weekend for a picnic. I have…read morebeen to this nature reservation multiple times, and always enjoy my experiences. It's one of my favorite local nature reserves. There are always a lot of groups in this area enjoying picnic tables and pavilion. The picnic area itself is well-kept and welcoming, with plenty of space to relax, enjoy a meal, or simply sit and take in nature. The meadow at the entrance has 2 convenient tables. The pavilion nestled more in the park has many picnic tables, grill, and fire place. It accommodates large parties. I have seen a lot of big groups have different holiday celebrations or just gather on a sunny day. What I enjoy the most is the space between picnic tables and inside the pavilion to offer privacy to various groups and a space to roam. The reservation also has a lot of great trails. They're far enough from the road to offer a serene experience. As I walked along the quiet paths and took in the scenic views around Strawberry Pond, I felt an immediate sense of calm. The sounds of birds calling and leaves rustling in the breeze added to the tranquil atmosphere. The bathrooms are conveniently available at the entrance. They are a little gross but available. The parking lot is pretty spacious. The picnic area is very easy to find, just follow the signage or your GPS. Whether you're walking the nearby trails or just lounging with family or friends, this place feels like a hidden gem. Overall, my time at Strawberry Picnic Area reminded me of the importance of reconnecting with nature and making space for simple, quiet moments. It's a place I'd return to in any season. I'll be back again in a few weeks.

This is a nice family park in a residential area to picnic on the lake, but there is no beach. A…read morenice swing set area allows for good play. The yard is large for ball playing, badminton, kids and pets running around, etc. The pavilion is large with two rooms to rent. There are picnics table under the hanging roof. Tho smaller than a lot of lake parks, this one is really nice. There is lot of parking, and handicapped parking is near the pavilion.

When hubbs and I found ourselves in Ohio for a wedding I knew that I had to take the opportunity to…read morecheck out what makes the Great Lakes so "great." So we hopped in our rental car and headed off for a little adventure to do just that. Mentor Beach Park was by far the cutest way for me to see the Great Lakes for the first time! ++ There was plenty of parking for our little rental car! ++ There's a wide variety of play equipment for the youngsters (or the young at heart) to play on! ++ So much open grassy space littered with trees would make this a great spot for any picnic! ++ There's a community center located on the premises as well for all your event needs! ++ Steps near the aforementioned community center lead you right down to Lake Erie! Yay! While this was my first visit to Ohio, I'd gladly come back and check out more this quaint little park has to offer.

Facility and grounds are nice and taken care of but another park where leash rules aren't enforced…read morelike all the other metro parks (Geauga and Cleveland too). Every time I'm here with my dog we always get at least one random dog running up causing issues. Some times it's one, sometimes it 10+ (there's a group of older people that group hike here regularly with their dogs and they're all off leash). I know rangers can't be everywhere but I don't ever see them anywhere. It's obvious that nobody is worried about getting caught cause it happens at everyone of the Metro Parks in the area.

I love what they do and the services they offer. From environmental education programs, to summer…read morecamps, to wildlife rehabilitation and nature preservation. This place checks all boxes. Beautiful on site trails and nature center along with animals who cannot be released there for severe as ambassador animals.

Beautiful views of the lake. Paved trails to their pier or…read moreto the beach. Also disc golf, a playground, and a mansion. Lots to see and walk around.

Everything was great awesome job Ms Dresch Yarbrough is great!! Very easy going in and out no…read morehassle.

Beautiful park in Mentor, Ohio. They have some nice playground equipment for kids to enjoy and a…read morenice pond. It would be nice if they had some better walking trails. The baseball fields are nice and well maintained. One problem they need to fix that hasn't been fixed in decades is the lack of bathrooms close to the playground and ball fields. Please put some restrooms near there! Overall a very nice park and they have the Mentor Farmers Market here as well.

Trails are not maintained. Lots of poison ivy and a tree that fell three weeks ago in a storm…read moreacross the board walk hasn't been cleared despite reporting to the parks office of Mentor. Very sad.

Pros: Gorgeous! I couldn't get over the beauty of this place. We did the trail to the quarry and it…read morewas such a cool and easy hike. There were some steep up and down hills, but perfectly manageable. The trails were very well marked and I've maintained. There is also plenty of parking! Cons: Can't think of any, I was enchanted by this forest!

Great at any time of year. I frequent in the winter for cross country skiing. People come from…read morearound the world to go here and train, so it's pretty cool to see. You can rent skis if you don't have your own and they also have a sledding hill here. Summer time is nice to walk the trails and there is a nice overlook of Cleveland. Nice sunsets over the city if it's a clear day.