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Get out on a Cleveland Metroparks Trail.
All purpose, bridle, hiking, and physical fitness trails
are located throughout the Park District and offer excellent
opportunities for walking, running, cross-country skiing,
horseback riding, cycling, and in-line skating.
All Purpose Trails
Cleveland Metroparks provides over 60 miles of paved,
all purpose trails for cycling, walking, running and in-line
skating. Motorized vehicles are prohibited on the all
purpose trails. Click here for more information.
Available trail maps:
Big Creek Reservation
Brecksville Reservation
Euclid Creek Reservation
Garfield Park Reservation
Hinckley Reservation
Mill Stream Run Reservation
North Chagrin Reservation
Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Rocky River Reservation North
Rocky River Reservation South
South Chagrin Reservation
Hiking Trails
Hundreds of miles of hiking trails cross the more than 20,000 acres of Cleveland Metroparks. Trails exist in every reservation with a variety of vistas and terrains, and can be located by contacting a Cleveland Metroparks naturalist at one of the six outdoor education facilities. Click here for more information.
Bridle Trails
Nearly 82 miles of trails are available for equestrian
use. Horseback riders must stay on the bridle trails and
attend their horse at all times. Mountain biking
is not permitted on the bridle trails. Cleveland Metroparks has two stables, though trail rides are not available. Click here for more information.
Physical Fitness Trails
There are five physical fitness trails in Cleveland Metroparks. Each trail consists of 18 exercise stations spaced over a 1- to 1.5-mile path depending on the location and terrain. Each station provides a different type of exercise. Click here for more information.
The Solar System Walk
.. an educational and recreational project created through the cooperative
efforts of Cleveland Metroparks, Cleveland School System, and NASA Lewis
(now Glenn) Research Center. Click here for more information.
Mountain Bikes
A short loop of about 1/2 mile is for beginners with minimal mountain biking skills. The longer loop has some steep terrain for the more experienced intermediate rider.
The trail head is outside CanalWay Center. Interested visitors can call CanalWay 216-206-1000 or check the CAMBA web site, www.CAMBA.us .
Mountain bikes are permitted on roadways, all purpose trails, and other paths designated for use of bicycles. Mountain bikes or any bike are not permitted in hiking or bridle trails. The Traffic Code is applicable whenever a bicycle is operated.
Personal Safety
Cleveland Metroparks is a great place to enjoy nature and recreation. However, when in the Park District, remember to follow the personal safety practices you would anywhere else. If faced with an emergency, notify the ranger department immediately by calling (440) 333-4911. Contact the nearest Park District employee who will alert the ranger department, or call 911. Also, remember these personal safety tips.
- Be aware of nearby people and vehicles.
- If using headphones, let them hang around the neck. It's important to hear, as well as see, what's happening in the vicinity.
- If it's necessary to call for help, be able to relay an exact location by knowing the nearest Park District area, intersection, or major landmark.
- When possible, visit Cleveland Metroparks with a friend or in a group.
- Avoid isolated areas. Keep roadways insight, especially if alone.
- Carry a whistle to make a loud noise in an emergency.
- Always be observant, particularly of suspicious people. If someone becomes a crime victim, a good description will assist in identifying the attacker.
- If you become a crime victim, yell or scream. Do not risk injury by chasing or fighting an attacker.
- Have an avenue of escape in mind. In the event of an attack, know where to run. Head towards the nearest roadway or park facility. Do not run towards the woods.
- If a vehicle is involved in a crime, try to get the license plate number. It could prove important in assisting the rangers' investigation.
- If jogging along the parkway in dusk or dawn hours, wear bright clothing or a reflective vest.
- If bicycling on the parkway, ride with traffic in the right lane and obey traffic laws.
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