10 Waterfront Hikes to Explore in the Cleveland Metroparks

Hemlock Loop, Bedford Reservation : "This short loop exposes you to tremendous scenery along Tinker's Creek. A quaint waterfall and tree-lined cliffs are a great backdrop to the crisp, clear waters flowing through Bedford Reservation."

Hinckley Lake Loop Trail, Hinckley Reservation: "Enjoy great waterfront views along a 3-mile loop trail around Hinckley Lake. Look for beaver activity and bird life on your trip."

Huntington Beach, Huntington Reservation: "Feel the sand between your toes on the beach, then cool off with some ice cream from The Noshery."

Cleveland Lakefront Bikeway, Lakefront Reservation: "Cleveland Lakefront Bikeway passes through E. 55th Fishing Area and connects directly with E. 72nd Fishing Area, keeping you along the lake throughou"t your entire trip.

Lake to Lake Trail, Big Creek Reservation: "The 2.4 mile Lake-to-Lake Trail is known as a birding hotspot and offers scenic views of Lake Abram Marsh, Fowles Marsh and Lake Isaac."

Porters Creek Trail, Huntington Reservation: "Wind through the woods along the Porters Creek Trail and enjoy views of birds, meadows, mushrooms and more. Porters Creek flows into Lake Erie at the beach."

Sulpher Springs, South Chagrin Reservation: "With plenty of space for a picnic and access to beautiful hiking trails through a hemlock ravine, Sulpher Springs will become one of your favorite nature retreats."

Upper Edgewater, Lakefront Reservation: "One of the most scenic and photographable views of Lake Erie is from the Cleveland Script Sign at Upper Edgewater."

Wildwood Marina, Euclid Creek Reservation: "Wildwood Marina connects guests to Euclid Beach with a walking bridge across Euclid Creek. The accessible path allows for stellar views of Lake Erie, leading to the magnificent Euclid Beach Pier. Enjoy the sound of the waves while relaxing in an adirondack chair on the pier, before the walk back to the marina."

Historic U.S. Coast Guard Station, Lakefront Reservation: "Park at the Wendy Park parking lot and walk out to the Historic U.S. Coast Guard station for stunning views of the Cuyahoga River meeting Lake Erie."