Saddle up for hoof-stomping fun at HorseFest, presented by Ken Ganley CDJR Mentor — a weekend full of exciting equine experiences the whole family will love! 🐴 Riding and jumping demonstrations 🛢️ Barrel racing and chariot battles 🐎 Meet-the-breed sessions 🚜 Wagonette and pony rides

Salamander species may have wild and wacky names, but they reflect their habitats or other unique traits. As part of our #SalamanderWeek (May 4–10) celebration, it’s your turn to see what nomenclature fits you—all you need is: 🦎 Your birth month 🦎 Last digit of your birth

Jefferson County's population just got a little wilder, thanks to one incredible comeback story. 🐾 After nearly a year of expert care at the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center, this resilient, once-orphaned bobcat has made a triumphant return. Fully rehabilitated and equipped with

UPDATE: Veterans Park has reopened and will remain open through the weekend. Please use caution around marked off areas of construction. We expect paving work to continue on Monday. Please check back for updates.

Make this #MothersDay extra special with a trip to Lake Metroparks Farmpark! With adorable animal encounters and plenty of family fun, it’s the perfect way to give Mom a day full of smiles. 😊🐴✨ All moms receive FREE admission on Sunday, May 11. Find park hours and info here:

The screech owlets found on the ground near a tree were brought to the nearby Penitentiary Glen Reservation in hopes of being rehabilitated and released back into the wild, MOTLPD shared. 🦉🦉 tinyurl.com/4ryckvaa?utm_s…

#SalamanderWeek (May 4–10) may be over, but the Year of the Salamander at Lake Metroparks is just heating up! Visit our salamander stations during special events at Penitentiary Glen Reservation and Jordan Creek Park throughout the year for fun activities, cool salamander facts

Big eyes, soft noses and instant connections… it's all part of the magic of HorseFest, presented by Ken Ganley CDJR Mentor! ✨ Gallop over to Lake Metroparks Farmpark this Saturday and Sunday (May 17–18) to experience: 🐴 Riding and jumping demonstrations 🛢️ Barrel racing and chariot

Think you’ve got the perfect shot of Lake County’s outdoors? 📸 Prove it! The 38th Annual Amateur Photo Contest & Show is here. Submit up to 3 photos (one per category) by May 31 and show us what you've got! Categories: 🌳 Landmarks of Lake Metroparks 🌊 Lake Erie 🦅 Wildlife 🏞️

Hooves, manes & family fun—it's all happening this weekend at HorseFest, presented by Ken Ganley CDJR Mentor! 🐴 This event is your chance to experience the thrill, beauty and power of horses up close with character riding demos, horse meet-and-greets, kids' activities and so much more.

From May 9–18, the shores of Lake Erie come alive with millions of migrating birds—and the birders who flock to see them. Now's the perfect time to step outside, look up and witness the wonder of spring migration in full flight. 🐦👀 Use our Spring Migratory Birds Binge Walk as

NOTICE: Paving improvements have been completed, and Veterans Park has reopened. Thank you for your patience.

NOTICE: Hillside stabilization improvements have been completed at Painesville Township Park. Thank you for your patience.

NOTICE: Paving improvements are underway at Chagrin River Park South entrance (Erie Road). Please expect intermittent closures as plans are impacted by weather conditions. We appreciate your patience and understanding while we make these improvements. The East (Reeves Road) and

Snap, submit, win! 📸➡️🏆 Don’t wait—enter our 38th Annual Amateur Photo Contest & Show before the May 31 deadline! Submit your photos for a chance at prizes (and bragging rights, too). Find contest rules and entry form here: goto.lakemetroparks.com/photo-contest-…

Memorial Day weekend is here, and whether you’re soaking up the sun or enjoying a breezy lakeside stroll, Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park is the place to be. ☀️🌊 MAY 24–26 HOURS, WEATHER PERMITTING: 🏖️ Gate: open 10 am to 6:30 pm 🏊 Lifeguards: on duty 11 am to 7 pm 🛶

Railroads in the Park will soon roll into Lake Metroparks Farmpark! 🚂 On May 31–June 1, little conductors and big railway enthusiasts alike can enjoy a weekend full of locomotive delights and classic farm fun. 🛤️ Intricate model and track-scale displays 👀 Model railroading

As we unite in remembrance on this #MemorialDay, we hope you and your loved ones find time to enjoy the great outdoors together. Discover all that our parks and trails have to offer here: goto.lakemetroparks.com/parks 📸 BDK Photography

Be sure to build your weekend plans around Railroads in the Park! 🚂 With a massive LEGO train display featuring thousands of bricks, mini figures and detailed landscapes from cities to seaports, the fun really stacks up—one brick at a time. 🧱✨ This must-see display only comes

Big plans are in the works… and the puppets are calling the shots! Get ready for Concerts & More at the Glen—a free, family-friendly summer series packed with live music, puppet shows and good vibes at Penitentiary Glen Reservation. Whether you're here for the tunes or the