Top 8 Kid-Friendly Adventures in Lake County
Headlands Beach State Park
Kids will love The Lake Metroparks Farmpark with its hands-on activities, and Headlands Beach is perfect for sandcastles and swimming. Sports enthusiasts can catch a game at the Lake County Captains Baseball stadium. Explore arts at the Wildwood Cultural Center or discover nature at the Holden Arboretum.
Each spot promises unforgettable memories, making Lake County an ideal destination for family adventures!
1) Lake Metroparks Farmpark🐄
A fun, hands-on experience where kids can interact with animals, ride a pony, and learn about farming!
Farmpark features dairy cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, rabbits, horses, alpacas, and goats, a plant science center, farm machinery exhibits, playground and more. Horse or tractor-drawn wagons provide visitors rides to all destinations throughout the park. Wagons are handicap accessible.
There are seasonal activities like Maple Surgaring Weekends, Horsefest, and the Country Lights Drive-Thru as well as many other events throughout the year.
Located at 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd. (Rt. 6)Kirtland, Ohio 44094
Hours9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday through Sunday, closed Mondays (except Presidents' Day); closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day.
2) Headlands Beach State Park🏖️
The largest natural sand beach in Ohio perfect for swimming, picnicking, and building sandcastles.
Sunbathers and swimmers alike frequent this 35-acre state park beach in the warm months and can enjoy plenty of personal space.
If getting your feet wet and searching for beach glass is your cup of tea, keep a careful eye on the ground — Headlands is one of the best beaches in Ohio to spot the sparkles of these Lake Erie gems.
Pack a picnic for lunch before taking a walk along the Buckeye Trail, which winds through this Ohio state park. Birders can spot hundreds of species during migration season in the adjacent Headlands Dunes State Nature Preserve.
3)Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve🦅
Explore the trails and boardwalks through the Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve’s beautiful wetland. It’s great for kids to spot wildlife
and learn about local ecosystems.
Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve is located at 5185 Corduroy Road Mentor, OH 44060
Interested in water activities? Visit the nearby Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve. Over three miles of hiking trails encircle the Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve providing four distinctly different vistas: a view of the Mentor Lagoons Marina, Mentor Marsh, upland forest and Lake Erie shoreline. Kayak rentals are offered seasonally including single and doubles.
Mentor Lagoons are located at 8365 Harbor Drive, Mentor, OH 44060
4)The Great Lakes Mall🛍️
A perfect rainy day spot for kids with an arcade, play area, and kid-friendly dining options.
Indoor family experiences include
Round1 Bowling & Amusement is a multi-entertainment facility offering Bowling, Arcade Games, Billiards, Karaoke, Ping Pong, Darts, and another entertainment-like activities in an indoor facility complex.
A jump on a bungee trampoline takes you out of this world - and the Bungee Guide team makes the experience one of a kind.
At Build-A-Bear Workshop® we bring imagination to life. We have plush toys in any color, shape and size you can dream of. Choose your stuffed animal and make your very own plush toy with hundreds of outfits and accessories to choose from. Build-A-Bear® has licensed stuffed animals featuring all your favorite characters and soft toys you will only find here.
Visit The Great Lakes Mall website for more information.
Great Lakes Mall is located at 7850 Mentor Ave, Mentor OH, 44060
5) Mentor Public Library Children’s Section 📚
A wonderful library offering storytimes, craft events, and a wide selection of kids' books and games. It's a cozy stop for young readers.
Visit The Mentor Public Library website for information on classes and kids events.
Located at 8215 Mentor Ave. Mentor, OH, 44060
6) The Holden Arboretum 🌳
Perfect for nature-loving kids with beautiful trails, a children's garden, and the Canopy Walk, which is an exciting way to view nature from above.
The Holden Arboretum, 9550 Sperry Rd, Kirtland, OH 44094
Visiting Holden Forests & Gardens is a captivating way to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you want to experience a rotating roster of seasonal activities or retread your favorite attractions, we’re excited to be your destination to learn, explore, and grow.
Click here to visit the Holden Arboretum website and plan your trip.
7)Lake County Captains Baseball Game ⚾
Catch a game at Classic Auto Group Park in Eastlake for a fun family outing. The atmosphere is relaxed and there are often promotions, fireworks, and mascot appearances that kids love.
Visit the Lake County Captains website to view game dates and promotions.
8)Wildwood Cultural Center 🎀
In addition to beautiful outdoor grounds, the center offers fun seasonal events, art classes, and special kid-friendly activities throughout the year.
View the calendar of events on the Wildwood Cultural Center website.
Located at 7645 Little Mountain Road
Mentor, Ohio 44060
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