Huntington Reservation

Take in Cleveland's beautiful lakefront at Huntington Reservation. Go for a hike, swim, kayak or fish!

I heart Huntington
Birds sitting on big rocks over water
A heron stands on large rocks along a shoreline with waves in the foreground and a cloudy sky in the background.
A sandy beach with a tree on the shore, stone barriers in the water, and two people walking.
Two individuals stroll along the tranquil shore of a serene lake, enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings.
Huntington Reservation is located in Bay Village on the shores of Lake Erie. Picnic areas high above the beach offer visitors opportunities to enjoy the striking and ever-changing lake views. The reservation is also home to two Cleveland Metroparks affiliates: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, and BAYarts.

Huntington Reservation, acquired by Cleveland Metroparks in 1925, has been and continues to serve as the lakefront home to an extensive variety of Ohio wildlife, the site of refuge and relaxation, philanthropic ventures, educational endeavors, and host to the local arts scene.

Huntington Reservation offers many recreational and educational opportunities. Three miles of nature trails pass through a variety of habitats ranging from forest, creek, and meadow. Educational programming is provided by Rocky River Nature Center staff and Lake Erie Nature and Science Center.

Beach Information | Reservable Shelter | Picnic Area | Concession

Activities

Amenities

  • ADA Beach Wheelchairs

  • Ball Field

  • Canopy

  • Changing Rooms

  • Electricity

  • Grills

  • Parking

  • Picnic Tables

  • Play Area

  • Restrooms

Attractions

  • Huntington Beach

    Huntington Beach
    Located on Cleveland’s west side, come for a swim or a stroll along the beach and take in the beauty of Lake Erie.
  • Huntington Beach Paddling Access

    Huntington Beach Paddling Access
    Beachside boat drop-off in the lower parking lot. Vehicles must be parked in the main parking lot. This section is unprotected paddling running along rocky cliffline, traveling east to Perkins Beach....
  • Karen's Way Play Space

    Karen's Way Play Space
    The nearly one-acre Karen's Way Play Space is the newest addition to Huntington Reservation. The play space incorporates an expansive nature-based design including a willow tunnel, slide, playhouse an...

Facilities

  • Huntington Lake Shelter - Reservable East Half

    Huntington Lake Shelter - Reservable East Half
    Huntington Lake Shelter is located in Huntington Reservation, north of Lake Road between Columbia and Bradley Roads in Bay Village. Features: open shelter with electricity, picnic tables and grills. A...
  • Lake Picnic Area

    Lake Picnic Area
    Lake Picnic Area is located in Huntington Reservation, north of Lake Road between Columbia and Bradley Roads in Bay Village. Features: open shelter with electricity, picnic tables and grills. Area inc...

  • Closed for the season

    The Noshery

    The Noshery
    The Noshery brings back the historic feel of the pagoda-style building that first served visitors at Huntington many decades ago. The new concession building features made-to-order fare such as the br...