The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Our readers and online followers voted for their favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more.
Here are the winner and runners-up in the “best park to explore nature” category.
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Winner: Rocky River Reservation
Cleveland Metroparks’ Rocky River Reservation follows the winding course of the Rocky River from Berea nearly to Lake Erie. Families can enjoy activities including fishing, hiking, biking, scenic overlooks such as the Berea Falls Scenic Overlook, history exploration and winter sledding. The Rocky River Nature Center features exhibits including Dunkleosteus, a giant fish from the Devonian period, along with kid-friendly nature programs and seasonal activities. clevelandmetroparks.com
Second place: Holden Arboretum, holdenfg.org
Third place: Lakewood Park, lakewoodoh.gov