This is a great place for children of all ages! They have designated play areas for children in…read moredifferent age groups & playground equipment that matches their growing needs. There's everything from a pirate ship, sandboxes, & slides to houses your child(s) can play hide & seek in. The entire ground is covered is bouncy, soft green rubber so no worries about dirt & rocks. There is also a paved trail but where it leads to & the length I'm unsure of. It's actually really beautiful as you are far away from the main road, surrounded by woodlands and big open fields. There are also bathrooms (NOT the tiny/smelly porta potties) and a garden. You can walk through the gardens but cannot pick anything, as people pay to use the land- which is an awesome idea since most of Ravennas properties are really run down of have very small yards. They even have a compost pile! The entire park itself was incredibly clean and well maintained. You could easily bring your child here as an infant & continue to do so through age 12/13. There is also a nice pavilion you can enjoy a picnic in (can't recall if it has any grills; sorry). *** This park is NOT pet friendly!!!

Whether your on foot, using a wheelchair or pushing a stroller this .41 of a mile paved path is…read moregreat for beginners. The trees gently hug this patch of Earth in a quiet, peaceful and soothing embrace that blocks out the suffocating businesses on 59 and homes surrounding the park. At first glance, you're greeted by a playground & gazebo but as you travel on you'll discover a shelter house (with grill included), volleyball court, workout station & a boardwalk that guides you through the swamp area. To the left of the wooden trail you'll find yourself in a nice neighborhood; the right loops you back to the beginning. The overall environment is very well kept & dog friendly ( as long as they're on a leash)too.

This is a fairly nice walking and cross ski park. It has several miles of courses that are marked…read moreas hiking, cross country skiing and some points of interest. The trails are mostly wooded. The only issue I have is that there are markings guying you back to the parking lot and they seem to never have printed maps. So make sure you take your phone and photograph the park map.

I am constantly on the hunt for local outdoor activities, and even though Ohio doesn't have…read moreColorado-esque terrain, there is still no reason to stay cooped up at the gym. Towner's Woods has some of the finest trails in the region, contained within a variety of environments. Near the park's entry, there is gorgeous Lake Pippin. Although water access isn't permitted because it is owned by the city of Akron (used for their water supply), some of the trails provide a scenic, somewhat hilly walk alongside it. The historic Hopewell burial mound (marked by an arrowhead on the map) is also near this entry portion of the park. The geography also includes flatter wetland terrain, a popular sledding hill, and a few ponds scattered throughout the woods. People use the park for trail running, dog walking (only on leash), and even cross country skiiing or snow shoeing in season. You could easily crank out 5-6 miles or more, if you were willing to retrace a few sections of the trail. All routes are well marked and maintained, and it would be hard to get lost in here for too long. Even on sunny weekends, I've been surprised at how sparsely populated the park is. Because of it's sprawling size, it's easy to have a very solitary experience. There are picnic pavilions and benches scattered around for warmer weather. Parking is plentiful just off the Ravenna Road entrance. There are also bathrooms in this area. If you're traveling on foot or by bike (bikes not permitted on the park's interior trails, though), you can get here via the Portage County Hike and Bike Trail. I hope you'll enjoy Towner's as much as I have. Whatever the season, it's an ideal place for a peaceful and active wander.

I LOVE the fact that this park is fully fenced in. Makes it feel safer. They also have a beautiful…read moreshelter, amazing play area for kids, and large soccer field. We held a birthday party for our daughter here and it was very easy and fun.

On my way to an unexpected dinner destination, the bright colors of a large play ground caught my…read moreattention. A fantastic place to bring young children, Phillps Park offers a 8 acre lot which includes a soccer field & pavilion with plenty of parking- a great place to have a party or reunion. Although I'm confused by the history of the park, it appears that there was once a very large structure at the back of the property; as there is a very muddy section with broken concrete & clay pipes...perhaps this used to be the tennis courts? This park is quiet and somewhat unknown as it sits on a side road. I found its hidden location to be peaceful & relaxing place to walk/play with the dogs. Although there are no paths, it is also a good place to exercise where you wont have to be worried about annoying bicyclists running you over or not having enough distance between you & other dog owners. Again, a good place for any occasion!

Another tiny section of the long & connecting Portage Trails, just across from the Bob Sumerel…read moreTire Company on Cleveland Street in Ravenna. This is not an ordinary park so if you are looking for a playground, picnic area or baseball diamond you will be disappointed. In fact, depending on how far you go, you might be anyways due to the unsightly factories and disturbing "Animal processing" plant that you are likely to see while gazing about. But aside from those minor things, the trail offers a smooth paved path that is perfect for those of you who struggle with balance, use a wheelchair or enjoy riding a bike. Yet be prepared to sweat!!! Even though there are trees to the right side of the trail, it is outlined with an old railway to your left. The sweltering sun might give you the bronzed skin you desire but it might also give you some super harsh sun burn - so make sure you bring plenty to drink & sun screen! There was only one bench to rest at the entire strip I walked (to the intersection of Lover's Lane). If you own a pet, be smart about taking them out! Dogs can feel the heat of the hot pavement through their paws so if it's hotter then 70/75 I WOULD NOT take them for a walk here!!!! There are no trash cans either so be prepared to carry your poop bags the entire time & take them home with you. Like most trails, this too is open form dawn til dusk & all dogs must be leashed! No ATV's or horseback riding.

If you're looking for something close to home, this little patch of land is the unexpected surprise…read moreyou need to escape the typical dog park. Designed similarly to any other, there are two separate sections based on the size of your canine. Each with an enclosed fence, obstacles to help with agility & confidence and a large field surrounding the area. Dedicated to the local K9 police dog force, it offers paths (although I didn't have a chance to explore these) that weave through tall grasses. The only complaint I have is with the typical irresponsible pet owners failing to obey the local defecation law(s) . Yes, the trash was over flowing but is it really that hard to place your dogs poop bag next to the trash can; apparently. Anyways, check this place out; you or your pet wont regret it!

The dog park is kinda small, but my pups enjoyed it a lot. It was pretty clean. It had a tunnel…read moreand a ramp for dogs and benches for people. There are bags and a trash can for cleaning up after your pooch. I did not see both large and small dog areas, just the one area. All in all, we will go back for more walking around.

The address listed is exactly where City Hall Annex is. I was actually looking to see if they had…read morethe city park listed when I ran across this. Great city to live in. Not small like a country bumpkin, but not large like Akron or Cleveland. Just right and lots of things close by also. The school system is rated fairly high nationally and statewide. The brand new high school which opens this fall, features green energy and geothermal heating. The city provides tons of services such as free mulch, leaf pick up, branch chipping, and some senior programs. They have a local rec center, but no public pool. Lots of activities for kids through the rec center. Not many good sit down restaurants, but lots of pizza, Mexican, fast food and 2 Chinese places. Giant Eagle is about 1 mile from downtown and you have plenty of pharmacies and drug stores; CVS, Walgreens, and Triangle Pharmacy. Wal-mart is 3 miles from down town. Near to Streetsboro and Kent. Kent State is a 5 to 10 minute drive.

Driving through Ravenna via i80 ...cruise control set to 77 in a 70, hardly exceptional. It's 4am,…read moreI've been driving 7 hours, trying to get home for Thanksgiving. I'm driving rather than flying to save some cash for xmas. These clowns stop me and proceed to issue me a $200 speeding ticket. Thats criminal. Right before the holidays too. Shame on Ravenna PD - you're no better than the thugs and extortioners of the world. You never get this petty crap in Pennsylvania. And not only do they think it's reasonable to shake me down for $200 - these bums don't even have the decency to give you 2 weeks. They want me to appear in person in 11 days. And there's no clear directions on the citation on how to pay online.

Weather you take the Fox Loop, Trillium Trail or Farm Lane; you'll enjoy a scenic stroll through a…read morequiet & not well known park. Through the forest you'll come across a gushing stream, beautiful fields and peaceful stillness. This 104 acres plot only offers a small trail, it is well maintained and great if you just need a quick walk. The only issue I have are the typical irresponsible pet owners. Although I've taken my dogs here a few times, if yours have difficult aggression problems I would consider bringing them elsewhere or going later on when no one else is there. I can't tell you how many occasions I've had people let their dogs go off leash. Also, there aren't any trash cans to dispose of their waste. This time, I explored the Fox Trail where you can see a beautiful display of jack in the pulpit & trilliums. You can also enjoy the view at the picnic table ; however, there aren't any grills. This is not a place to take young children nor the handicapped as there are too many roots & muddy paths. But again, a wonderful quiet trail to get a quick walk in.