This Just Might Be The Most Beautiful Hike In All Of Cleveland
By Nikki Rhoades|Published March 29, 2018
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
Hiking season is upon us and Clevelanders are gearing up for adventure throughout the warmer months. Locals know that the parks throughout our region are breathtaking, but the Cleveland Metroparks stand out as the most spectacular natural spaces in Northeast Ohio. One of the most beautiful hikes, however, is hidden in the southernmost reservation of the part district:
This pretty place is fueled by the Rocky River Watershed, and it is filled with a fascinating variety of native fish. Largemouth bass are especially plentiful in this lake, and many local fishermen have captured some spectacular specimens.
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Hinckley Lake Loop Trail, a 3.4-mile hike, encircles the lake and takes visitors through a natural wonderland.
If you bring your pup for a walk with you (which you totally should - this terrain is enthralling to adventurous spirits of all species), the benches provide an opportunity to fuel up with water and take a quick break.
This lovely destination is just one of many incredible attractions in the park, but it is undoubtedly the most spectacular place to be at dusk.
Though Whipp's Ledges and Worden's Ledges are also lovely, they're a bit dangerous to visit as darkness is stretching its wings across the region. The lake here and its adjacent Spillway Swim Area are both near the reservation's main road, and the clearly defined trail makes it hard to get lost.
This gorgeous hike is enchanting in every season, but there truly is nothing like watching the sunset over Hinckley Lake in the spring and summer months. What is your favorite attraction in the Cleveland Metroparks?
