The Bedford Reservation Hike In The Cleveland Metroparks Is A 7.6-Mile Excursion With A Waterfall Finish

The Emerald Necklace, as the Cleveland Metroparks is known to locals, is an incredible hiking paradise. This stretch of parks spans Cuyahoga County, dipping into neighboring counties, and encompasses some of the most magical untouched and reclaimed landscapes in this part of Ohio. With over 23,000 acres, the parks are diverse and beautiful... but you can find some of the most incredible beauty in the Cleveland Metroparks' Bedford Reservation. Take a look:

With more than 2,200 acres to explore, Bedford Reservation is secretly the most magical destination in the Cleveland Metroparks.

Bedford Reservation is one of the loveliest parks in the region. The entire city of Bedford is secretly filled to the brim with waterfalls, and many of them can be found in this beautiful natural space.

Its All Purpose Trail spans 7.6 miles, and it takes you past some of the finest features in the whole park.

Believe it or not, this is not the longest trail in Bedford Reservation. Nonetheless, it is a bit long... but it is so worth the trek.

Starting near the Great Falls of Tinkers Creek and stretching to Bridal Veil Falls and beyond, this massive trail is worth chunking into a few excursions so you can experience the entirety of its beauty.

Tinkers Creek is a unique spot in the park, as evidence of historic industry can be found almost everywhere the eye lands. Bricks litter the landscape, and some small structures still stand if you know where to look.

This park is actually home to several waterfalls, with some of them hidden in portions of the park only accessed via naturalist-led hikes.

Don't feel dismayed if you can't find an opportunity to hike off the beaten path. The easily accessible waterfalls here are worth the journey alone!

The ones you encounter along the All Purpose Trail are some of the most breathtaking in Bedford Reservation.

Make sure your phone is charged up, because you'll want to have a camera ready.

If you have time to explore some of the other trails in the park, you absolutely should!

Some, like the Bridle Trail, are a bit muddy and are suited for more intermediate hikers, but they're chock-full of mesmerizing beauty.

And no matter what you do, you have to swing by the Bridal Veils Falls Scenic Overlook.

This is one of the most picturesque spots in all of the Metroparks. Here, the falls of Deerlick Creek are framed beautifully by untouched Ohio wilderness.

Dress for the weather, because these trails can be intense in the winter and muddy in the warmer months. But, boy, are they worth it!

They're always beautiful, though! Just keep in mind that Ohio weather can be a bit unpredictable and you're golden.

Beauty abounds in Bedford Reservation.

There's so much to love about this beautiful Northeast Ohio park.

You'll find so much beauty in the Cleveland Metroparks' Bedford Reservation. Have you ever visited? Share your photos and experiences with us in the comments! Don't forget to follow Only In Cleveland on Instagram for more beautiful landscapes in and around The Land.

Love waterfalls? You'll also love a trip to David Fortier River Park in Olmsted Falls.