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.

Really nice park. Crowded sometimes and parking can be hard. Be extra careful in parking lots…read more Walking, people backing out of spots, those little bikes zipping by. Beautiful park. Beautiful sunsets. Bathrooms could be really nice if people just took care of their own stuff. Seriously pick up after yourself. Geez

So beautiful and so serene and they host exercise classes here from time to time the steps are a…read morenice place to relax and rewind.

We love coming to these play lands! We got here right when…read morethe place opened and was wowed by the size and different areas it had. They had tricycles, tons of ball pits, interactive ball pits, toddler area, big and long slides and an arcade area. There were also multiple staff cleaning areas at all times. It was an awesome place!

Great place for kids 12 and under! It is spacious and has a variety of gross motor activities for…read morethe kids. Make sure you and your child both wear socks! No shoes allowed which I appreciate! Definitely helps keep it clean, and they make you sanitize upon entry! My kids had a ball! I wish it opened earlier to allow more time before nap! But they played hard from 10 to 1230!

Nature center & storybook trail were loved by granddaughter. She's asked to go back there.read more

I love this park. Actually, can we pretend I hate it so you don't all go there? :)…read more It's a very popular location to watch the sun set over the lake. There's walking paths, well paved and maintained, LOTS of benches in different locations, a really cool play area, and a little sand strip. The signs say no swimming, but there's usually someone in the water - there's no life guard, and you can sit on the big rocks or directly on the sand. Parking is a bit tricky. There are maybe 2 dozen spots in the park, and no street parking directly outside, so you may have to circle a few times or walk a few blocks in if it's busy. My dog loves it here. There's plenty to sniff, and she's usually guaranteed a dead fish or two to hunt for (Mom does not approve this activity).

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

Cascades Park is not your typical neighborhood patch of Earth; yes it has a baseball diamond &…read moreshelter house, but if offers so much more. In very congested surroundings, this cute little park offers an educational experience as well as pleasurable. Here you will find tree plaques throughout the trail that inform you about the local species. There is also a number of exercise stations, generous playground, a small fraction of ledges hugging a tiny stream and an adorable butterfly garden! With two trails to choose from, you think it would be impossible to get lost. However, the old carved map is slightly misleading. Whichever trail you decide to explore you'll begin at the same starting point ;straight ahead you'll see a tiny wooden bridge- this path leads you wandering around...you cannot distinct between path & surroundings as nothing is marked. If you avoid this & veer to the right, one trail loops around the park while the other eventually takes you through a series of backyards & a golf course. Each trail is made up of twisting roots & tiny gravel so if you have a decent stroller (avoid the trail with a street name & take the loop only) you should be able to enjoy the park without any hiccups.

Literally the biggest playground slides I've ever seen. My 4 year old looooves this place, and…read morethere's also a small play area good for toddlers. We love the wooded walking trail, too.

Great place for families!…read more This nature center has a lot to keep your kids interested: Bird watching Scavenger hunt Nature nook Books Puzzles Play area Animal tanks History And so much more Plus right outside the doors are trails, bike riding, and nature views.

Staff is very friendly and helpful. Doug K is a wealth of…read moreinfo on the metro pks as he has worked in various areas of the metro pks.

Had a great time here! What a clean beautiful park! Walking path and a HUGE field to run. Not to…read moremention baseball fields and a climbing hill, ziplines. It truly is a great place for the whole family. Porta potties available. Restrooms available for those who have clubhouse access.

One thing I absolutely love about Westlake, no matter the direction there's green space. Decided to…read morepass by this cool space to get by the water, trees, and still be in the community. If you've not been I highly recommend it. There's a walking trail, an amazing pond, and other amenities on the other side of the park (water slide, baseball fields, etc). It's definitely a destination (and a vibe)!!

Oh the love of Edgewater spark, once a blight in the 80s and 90s, we would packed a cooler and sit…read moreon the beach, a bit Leary of the activities going on around you, but now you can spends days exploring the beach house, enjoy ice cream at the snack shack or play volleyball at the beach side courts. The Cleveland Metroparks has transformed the culture of Edgewater for a new generation. You can find after work and enjoy a walk through the trails, ride your bike from the Detroit or Gordon Square neighborhoods, enjoy the park at the top of the hill next to the pavilions or dock your boat at the marina, the possibilities are endless...heck you can even get married under the weeping willow!

I have to say I do love this park. Upper and lower…read more Upper has a full playground, covered pavilion picnic area, grills, Cleveland sign, restrooms, lots of grass and area to run and move. Lower has the beach, volleyball, concessions, bar on top, seats, restrooms, pier, lots of grass and grills but no pavilion. Parking for upper or lower is easy but both parking areas are separate. You cannot get to one through the other. You actually have to drive out of the park to other entrances to access each area. There is plenty of walking, running, biking, scooters, trails. And plenty of grass area in both to play soccer, baseball, football, frisbee, kites, almost anything. There is even a dog beach. Lots of things to do and to enjoy yourself outside. You cannot even bring a sandwich, chips and a drink or whatever and have a spontaneous picnic. The other fun thing to do is watch the air show from here. It's free and you see most of it. You even get buzzed by a plane or two. This is an enjoyable park. I wish it was closer to me. You cannot even bring even get a great pic of Cleveland and one of the Cleveland signs.

What a great place for kids and their parents. I'm a grandma so I was extremely impressed. I even…read moreran around and got my workout in. The only worry I have is can someone exit with someone else's kid? They play areas for all different ages it great place to expel energy. I thought it was pretty expensive but kids don't even blink an eye at the price. These days everything is expensive

Was in the area for a short trip and needed a place for the kids to let out some energy. The Play…read moreDay Cafe was perfect! We got there at open so it wasn't very busy which I preferred. I had two little ones on my own so I appreciated the toddler area being in the same line of sight as the big kid area so I could keep my eye on both kids. The place was extremely clean, had family friendly music for the kids and a good amount of seating for adults. Lots of different things for kids of all ages. They had cubbies at the front and asked us to put our shoes there so we didn't track dirt or water into the play area. Socks are required everywhere inside as well. I was able to climb up in the equipment as well when needed to go down the slide with my niece who was afraid to go on her own. There was a snack area as well, although we didn't eat anything during our visit. The staff was extremely nice and helpful as well. My only recommendation to improve would be to make the gate to the front entrance lock so kids can't get out it on their own.