Nature|Parks

Common Ground - The Cindy Nord Center for Renewal

14240 Baird Rd.
Oberlin, OH 44074
440-965-5551
www.commongroundcenter.org
cground@commongroundcenter.org
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Common Ground, located on 21 acres in the Vermilion River valley, is a holistic education and retreat center. We offer a variety of programs for adults and youth including a diverse environmental summer camp, holistic health services such as massage therapy, life coaching, and kinesiology, wellness workshops and retreats, walking trails, gardens and barbeque and picnic areas.
Public Restrooms
Secured parking area

Community Park

609 Harris Rd
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054

Findley State Park

25381 State Route 58
Wellington, OH 44090
440-647-5749
www.findleystatepark.org
findley.parks@dnr.state.oh.us
Beautifully wooded Findley State Park has over 900 acres of woods with a 93 acre lake for boating, fishing and swimming. 268 camp sites, 90 with electricity. Campground offers wash houses, playground, nature center, summer programs, game room, camp store, recreational area.
8 miles of bike trails
Other recreation available: Boat rentals Memorial-Labor Day weekends, camping and hiking available year round, frisbee golf, mountain biking
Public restrooms
Showers available April-Oct.
Picnic area
Overnight parking on campground only

Kopf Family Reservation

http://www.MetroParks.cc/reservation-kopf-family.php
32649 Electric Blvd
Avon Lake, Ohio 44012
(440) 930-5057
Newer park in Avon Lake has 2 miles of asphalt trails that wind through woodlands.

Lakeview Park

1800 West Erie Ave
Lorain, OH 44053
440-245-1193
MetroParks.cc
8am-11pm; Beach hours 12-6pm
Lakeview Park is a historical park in Lorain purchased in 1917 and today there are still many reminders of the city and park's history. The Rose Garden is a landmark in Lorain County with recent renovations of 2500 rose bushes planted. The newly built Bathhouse features the Rose Café with outdoor seating on the upper level and 8 changing rooms and a concession stand on the lower level.
Other recreation available: Swimming, hiking, birdwatching, lawn bowling, Yoga and Tia Chi classes
Public restrooms
Multiple picnic shelters available

Lakewood Beach Park

3801 Lake Road (Route 6)
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
440-949-7141
www.sheffieldlake.net
Open daylight to dark
Sandy beach for public swimming, picnic tables, grills, located directly on Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail and National Scenic Byway. Great resting and birdwatching area.
Bike racks
Picnic area
Overnight parking

Miller Road Park

33760 Lake Rd.
Avon Lake, OH 44012
440-933-7259
www.avonlake.org
8am-11pm
Beautiful 15 acre park located on the shores of Lake Erie. 24 hour boat launch and fishing pier along with a summer concert series (Sundays 6:30-8:30pm) during the months of July & August are park highlights. Peter Miller House Museum-opened in 1988 after major restoration by "Friends of the Peter Miller House" organization.
Other recreation available: 1/2 mile walking path, swimming, boating, fishing, playground
Public restrooms (portable unit) and outside shower
Yes-portable unit
Picnic area with grills
Contact Avon Lake Police for overnight parking

Sheffield Lake Community Park Boat Launch

4001 Lake Road (Route 6)
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
440-949-7141
www.sheffieldlake.net
Open 24/7
Located on National Scenic Byway with two 5’ bike lanes. Resident ducks and geese, plus fly over fishing eagles. Birds easily observed from next-door library indoor view area. Beautiful place to relax and watch the sunset.
Other recreation available: Swimming, birdwatching, fishing
Picnic area
Grocery store across the street
Bike racks
Overnight parking with 24-hour camera security

Splash Zone

95 West Hamilton St.
Oberlin, OH 44074
440-774-5059
http://www.MetroParks.cc/splash-zone-aquatic-center.php
Mon, Wed, Fri 5:30am-8pm; Tues, Thurs 6am-8pm; Sat 9am-8pm; Sun 12-8pm (summer) 12-5pm (winter)
Rain, shine, summer or winter, Splash Zone is the place to be! Workout in an exercise room loaded with equipment, swim laps in our 8-lane indoor pool or take a water aerobics class in our smaller pool. The Field House features a 3-lane rubberized walking track and 4 volleyball/basketball courts. In the summer months, splash around in the outdoor pool which has 6,000 sq feet of water. For the adventurous types, there are two 24 foot high water slides.
Other recreation available: kayak courses, aerobic classes, meeting rooms
Public restrooms/locker rooms
Concessions in the summer and inside the Field House during games
Bike racks
Splash Zone is close to the North Coast Inland Trail.

Vermilion-Lorain Water Trail

http://www.MetroParks.cc/vermilion-lorain-water-trails.php
The 27-mile water trail begins at the shale cliffs of the Vermilion River Reservation and follows until the Vermilion River empties out into Lake Erie, cutting through downtown Vermilion. It then continues along the shoreline, passing Showse Park of Vermilion and Lakeview Park of Lorain. It enters the mouth of the Black River and goes through downtown Lorain and passes the U.S. Steel Mill. The trail ends at Bur Oak Picnic of the Black River Reservation in Elyria. Kayakers and Canoes can access the trail at several points.

Vermilion River Reservation

51211 North Ridge Rd.
Vermilion, OH 44089
440-967-7310
MetroParks.cc
8am to dusk
The Vermilion River Reservation was Lorain County Metro Parks' first park. The reservation maintains its historical and natural significance while blending in facilities and opportunities for visitors.
3 miles of bike trails
Other recreation available: hiking, fishing, birding
Public restrooms
Picnic shelters and a meeting room are available to rent.

Wellington Reservation

535 Jones Rd.
Wellington, OH 44090
440-647-2509
MetroParks.cc
8am to dusk (summer); 8am-4:30pm (winter)
Wellington Reservation is the newest Lorain County Metro Park. This reservation is great for everyone. Many nature programs are offered throughout the year.
Over 4 miles of bike trails
Other recreation available: paddle boating, hiking, canoeing, birding on an observation mound
Public restrooms
Picnic shelter