Best places: Parks in Ohio

Enormous natural cavern with a waterfall surrounded by woodlands with hiking trails.

👍👍 This place was absolutely amazing. The hike isn't too hard so any age can do it. Getting inside the Rock House is also very easy but don't drag your feet. The very end of the trail does go up a slightly steep hill so save some energy for that.

Tree-lined hiking trails along sandstone cliffs or at the foot of a gorge dotted with waterfalls.

👍👍 Hands down one of the best walking, garden, and scenery parks in Ohio! Today as I was meditating sitting on a rock; I started to cry. Nature really soothes your soul and helps rid your spirit from all the toxins of life. Now, I’m not saying your gonna need Kleenex- my jacket sleeve worked just fine...

👍 I don't make it to CNC very often any more due to physical limitations but this place is amazing and I'm hoping it is still well hiked!! Red wing trail!! Not 5 stars because the aforementioned trail is ALWAYS muddy! Bring old shoes and you'll have a blast!

Scenic park with hiking trails, archery, fishing, swimming & more amid waterfalls, cliffs & gorges.

Woodland park split by the Rocky River, offering hiking trails with bird & deer sightings.

31-acre lakefront park featuring a seasonal pool, bandshell, skatepark, plus sport courts & fields.

Native American burial grounds, 100-ft.-high bluffs with river views & 11 miles of hiking trails.

Lakeshore park featuring a storied lighthouse with a museum & public tours, plus picnic tables.

👍👍 A huge and wonderful park that has an 11 story observation tower, a large pond, a creek, slides, playground equipment, a zip line, walking trails and more. Every kids dream. Well done!

Wildlife habitat & recreational area, site of a historic manor house with tours & cultural events.

Scenic waterfall cascading 65 ft. into a lush gorge, with viewpoints from upper & lower boardwalks.

Scenic riverside venue with fountains, gardens, walkways, playgrounds, event lawns & restaurants.

Bordered by the Vermilion River, this park features landscaping & natural woodlands.

A 65-acre open-air museum with transportation exhibits, a 4-D theater & costumed interpreters.

7,000-acre park with forests, rivers & creeks offering water sports, trails & nature programs.

Safari-like zoo with ziplines, animal explorations by horseback, fishing & guided sunset viewing.

Scenic retreat with gardens & a butterfly habitat, plus walking trails & classes for all ages.

Nature preserve featuring formal gardens & lawns, a trail, with a center for workshops & a library.