Cleveland Metroparks Offer Family Fun in Northeast Ohio - Cleveland Article
The Emerald Necklace, as locals refer to it, boasts 23,000 acres of green space comprised of 18 park reservations, provides 300 miles of recreational trails, 8 golf courses and a world-renowned Zoo. Cleveland Metroparks offers endless opportunities to connect with nature through recreational and educational programming.
Guests can visit Edgewater Park, perfect for walking, stand-up paddleboarding or catching a sunset. Opportunities for hiking, running and biking are available throughout downtown. The free water taxi, courtesy of ArcelorMittal, connects the East and West Banks of the Flats and provides additional opportunities for exploration.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
A world of experiences is available at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Over 2,000 animals including elephants, giraffes and gorillas provide opportunities for guests to learn about the Zoo’s conservation mission of securing a future for wildlife. Since 1995, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo has contributed more than $6.5 million to wildlife conservation efforts around the world in partnership with Cleveland Zoological Society. The Zoo is one of the first AZA institutions to establish a field conservation program.
ALSO READ:
Mr. Rock and Roll: Meet Cleveland DJ Alan Freed!
b.a. Sweetie Candy Co: The Largest Candy Store in North America
13 of the Best Hotels In Cleveland
Cleveland Metroparks Golf
Cleveland Metroparks offers the perfect opportunity to play, with 8 golf courses located conveniently throughout Northeast Ohio. The golf courses vary from an executive course located 10 minutes from downtown Cleveland at Washington, to championship layouts at Manakiki and Sleepy Hollow, both have been named GolfWeek’s Best Public Courses. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, each of the Cleveland Metroparks golf courses offers a unique golfing experience. Golf clubs are available for rent.
Dining at Cleveland Metroparks
Scenic dining opportunities are available throughout Cleveland Metroparks. Guests can enjoy dining on the water year-round at Merwin’s Wharf on the Cuyahoga River, located on the East Bank of the Flats and seasonally at e55 on the Lake. Made-to-order fare is available seasonally at the new Edgewater Beach House, The Hut at Huntington Beach, and The Emerald Necklace Marina at Rocky River Reservation.