This Scenic 36-Mile Drive Just May Be The Most Underrated Adventure Near Cleveland - Only in Your State
Lake Erie is a stunning sight that we, believe it or not, sometimes forget about. When you see it daily, it becomes a familiar part of your routine and loses some of its ability to wow you with its majesty. Fortunately for Clevelanders, the entirety of Lake Erie’s southern shore is abundant with parks that offer us new perspectives of the lake’s beauty. Many of the parks are surprisingly close to home, and a quick visit as the sun is retreating into the horizon will restore in you incredible awe for this vast body of water. Fuel up the car, because we’re about to go on an adventure featuring stops along the following Lake Erie drive.
Prepare to immerse yourself in complete beauty, because this quick road trip will take you to the best parks on Lake Erie's southern shore.
1. Lakefront Reservation
Lakefront Reservation is, without a doubt, one of the more magical places in Greater Cleveland. Located right on Lake Erie's shore, this park along this Lake Erie scenic drive has gorgeous trails and swimming beaches. It's a splendid place to enjoy the seasonal migrations of birds and butterflies alike. This is a downright dreamy place to visit at dusk, as there's nothing like a Cleveland sunset.
2. Kenneth J Sims Park
Next up on our scenic drive to Lake Erie, we're headed into Euclid to take in the splendor of a little-known spot on the lakeshore. This park is petite, (at only about 32 acres in size), but birdwatchers and nature lovers covet it. The park's playground is fun for visiting children, but adults will find themselves wowed by the on-site English Tudor-style estate, Henn Mansion.
3. Sunset Park
The appropriately named Sunset Park, along this Lake Erie scenic drive, out in Willoughby is a breath of fresh air. At only two acres in size, this is one park that's often overlooked by nature-loving locals. However, its stunning sloped bluff landscape offers one of the most spectacular views anywhere on the coast. The park also features swing benches, which provide a serene space to cozy up for a romantic evening.
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