Posted in Cleveland
September 14, 2019
Visiting The Mountain Lakes Of Chapin Forest Reservation Near Cleveland Is A Treat
Northeast Ohio is overflowing with absolute splendor. Our natural landscape has dunes, bluffs, valleys, and other surprises that delight nature lovers. There’s much to discover here, and even longtime residents occasionally stumble upon an unexpected oasis. If you’re craving a hike that is overflowing with surprises, you don’t have to travel far – less than 20 miles from home is an incredible summit hike and the very best mountain lake near Cleveland.
We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
If you’ve ever looked at the horizon and spotted a plateau-like shape in the distance, you are actually seeing the silhouette of our very own (yet very petite) mountain.
At just 18 miles away from Cleveland, this stunning mountain can often be seen on fair days. Cleveland’s skyline can also be spotted from its summit, which you can actually hike if you’ve ever wanted to conquer a mountain.
You’ll find beauty galore at this incredible public park, and you’ll earn the bragging rights for conquering the area’s only mountain.
Unfortunately, this hike is a bit on the difficult side and is not for everyone. However, if you’re feeling adventurous, it’s not too long and is an incredibly beautiful opportunity to put your skills to the test.
You know those gorgeous, unbelievable places you spot as you’re flipping through the television channels? The beauty of this enchanting former quarry is comparable to such places and the hike to get there is downright enchanting.
This hike is just slightly shorter than the one on Lucky Loop, but it’s arguably just as lovely. The trail is still moderately challenging, but it offers a much easier hike that the average nature lover can appreciate.
Ready to plan your visit? You can find more information here.
Address: 9938 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland, OH, 44094
Address: 9938 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland, OH, 44094
This dreamy landscape is straight out of a fairy tale. Did you know there was a mountain near Cleveland?
If you enjoyed this, you’ll surely love hiking along these scenic Northeast Ohio trails.
