Escape To Mosquito Creek For A Beautiful Northeast Ohio Nature Scene
Greater Cleveland is home to some magnificent parks, but the Ohio Department Of Natural Resources maintains all sorts of magnificent properties beyond our little metropolitan area. Today, we’re going to explore the landscape near Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area…one breathtaking place where untouched forest, rare migratory birds, and overall serenity abounds. There’s something for everyone at this beautiful park near Cleveland, and it’s just about an hour away from home.
Welcome to Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area, a 9,021-acre gem just north of Warren.
This beautiful landscape is truly a sight to see, and all nature lovers should check it out.
Mosquito Creek State Wildlife Area, Bristolville, OH 44402, USA
This verdant and unblemished landscape is nestled against Mosquito Lake and the Mosquito Lake State Park, which was created in the 1940s to provide flood control and to supply water to industry downstream.
According to the Ohio Department Of Natural Resources (Ohio DNR) website, the site also once served as a public hunting ground until 1962. Today, select areas locally are still open to the public for controlled waterfowl and deer hunting.
The area is filled to the brim with wildlife, with birds being one of the easier-to-spot draws.
All sorts of unique birds have been spotted in the area. African cattle egret, long-eared owls, bald eagles, and more rule the skies... but keep your eyes on the ground, too, because the eastern massasauga rattlesnake also calls this landscape home.
Mosquito Creek Lake is a magnificent fishing spot, if you don't mind taking your fishing gear on a little road trip.
While the fishing area is located south of the refuge buoy line, it's not too hard to snag a catch here. All sorts of familiar fish like bass, walleye, crappies, bullheads, and more live here.
Hiking is a true treat at Mosquito Creek, as the landscape has a great deal of variety.
Swamps, meadows, streams, woods, and more provide variety that will enchant the eye. It's like another world, hidden far from the hustle and bustle of city life.
And if you're worried about the long drive out to the wildlife area, well... you really shouldn't be.
Greene Eagle Winery is a charming countryside wine house made famous for its annual headless horseman reenactment. It's the perfect place to unwind and take it easy after exploring portions of the 9,021-acre wildlife area nearby. Look for it at 2576 Davis Peck Rd, Cortland, OH 44410.
And located just 15 minutes away is the Old Stone House B&B, which is the perfect place to crash for the night.
Old Stone House is a magnificent bed and breakfast that's just around the corner from Mosquito Creek. It has a rich history dating back to circa 1815, and its ambiance and staff alike are charming and welcoming. You can find it at 8505 State Route 534, Mesopotamia, OH 44439.
8505 OH-534, Mesopotamia, OH 44439, USA
Whether you make it a day trip or a weekend trip, a visit to Mosquito Creek is so rewarding.
You can find the wildlife area near 8303 N. Park Ave., North Bloomfield, OH 44450.
8303 N Park Ave, North Bloomfield, OH 44450, USA
This beautiful park near Cleveland is a breath of fresh air no matter the season. What do you think… will you be visiting this breathtaking landscape anytime soon? Were you surprised to learn that venomous snakes live so close to home? We want to hear your thoughts in the comments!
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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.
