In Cleveland, there are many enchanting features that will make you feel like you are in a fairy tale. Marvelous edifices, charming gardens, and romantic forests greet the eye wherever one turns, and there is always more to discover around every bend in the river. One park rises above the rest as one of the most magical places in Greater Cleveland, and it is plain to see why. Its quietly sloping knolls are dotted with a dazzling variety of foliage, and hidden at the center of the reservation is an enchanting castle! Upon arrival, this park will transport you to a magical wonderland. For an interactive map, click here.
Welcome to North Chagrin Reservation!
lindsayjf91/Flickr With a campus spanning Mayfield Village, Willoughby Hills, and Gates Mills, this park is one of Greater Cleveland’s most alluring attractions.
Here, you can walk the grounds of a stunning castle…
Tim Evanson/Flickr This amazing edifice is visible from River Road in Willoughby Hills. It was constructed in the 1890s by Feargus B. Squire, though it was never finished. When the Cleveland Metroparks acquired the property, they maintained the castellated ruins. Today, Squire’s Castle is one of the most romantic places in Ohio to tie the knot.
A magical waterfall lies nearby, awaiting discovery.
David Grant/Flickr As the Buttermilk Falls Creek lazily carves through the geomorphology of the park, it interacts with Berea Sandstone and Ohio Shale. The scenery is incredible, and a wooded deck lets you experience it up close.
The grounds are also home to a dreamy little cottage.
Cleveland Metroparks/Facebook This cottage is actually the North Chagrin Nature Center, which has served the public for 30 years. Prior to its existence, a museum graced the grounds of the North Chagrin Reservation.
Dozens of native species call this natural space home.
Flickr/Simon Blackley While none of the animals speak like they do in movies, many do create stunning songs that float through the air to entrance their audience. Their habitat is spectacular, like a scene straight out of an fantasy.
The forests surrounding the castle are enchanting year-round.
Tim Evanson/Flickr Whether flowers are blooming or a gale is blowing, the grounds of North Chagrin Reservation are always magical. With miles of hiking opportunity, one could easily sit back and absorb this park’s dreamy vibes.
The campus hides a variety of places in which mystical creatures of all size could easily dwell.
sunsets_for_you/Flickr If you see mushrooms, keep an eye peeled for fairies that may be using them for shelter. As you stroll past Sanctuary Marsh and Sunset Pond, one could easily imagine a water sprite sunbathing. With a little imagination, these grounds become an entirely new world.
As dusk descends upon the park, its foot trails take on a new sort of majesty.
George Bernstein/Flickr Right now, the forest is bathed in a rich golden hue that is worthy of royalty. The richness of this region truly must be experienced first-hand to be understood.
As this park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. and one could easily spend a whole day exploring its campus.
Erik Drost/Flickr The North Chagrin Reservation is home to Manakiki Golf Course, an educational center, wetlands, and trails, offering much to see and do in this picture-perfect paradise.
It’s one of the most enchanting destinations in Northeast Ohio.
Barry Cunningham/Flickr
JB Banks/Flickr As this park is simply bewitching, it is best to set aside a good chunk of time for each visit. You’ll want to explore the enchanting environment, and you will find yourself planning a trip back in each season.
While the entirety of Northeast Ohio hides majestic wonders worthy of fairy tale status, few destinations could compete with the stunning scenery of the North Chagrin Reservation. What is your favorite spot in this magnificent park? Tell us in the comments, and share some of your most alluring pictures!
lindsayjf91/Flickr
With a campus spanning Mayfield Village, Willoughby Hills, and Gates Mills, this park is one of Greater Cleveland’s most alluring attractions.
Tim Evanson/Flickr
This amazing edifice is visible from River Road in Willoughby Hills. It was constructed in the 1890s by Feargus B. Squire, though it was never finished. When the Cleveland Metroparks acquired the property, they maintained the castellated ruins. Today, Squire’s Castle is one of the most romantic places in Ohio to tie the knot.
David Grant/Flickr
As the Buttermilk Falls Creek lazily carves through the geomorphology of the park, it interacts with Berea Sandstone and Ohio Shale. The scenery is incredible, and a wooded deck lets you experience it up close.
Cleveland Metroparks/Facebook
This cottage is actually the North Chagrin Nature Center, which has served the public for 30 years. Prior to its existence, a museum graced the grounds of the North Chagrin Reservation.
Flickr/Simon Blackley
While none of the animals speak like they do in movies, many do create stunning songs that float through the air to entrance their audience. Their habitat is spectacular, like a scene straight out of an fantasy.
Whether flowers are blooming or a gale is blowing, the grounds of North Chagrin Reservation are always magical. With miles of hiking opportunity, one could easily sit back and absorb this park’s dreamy vibes.
sunsets_for_you/Flickr
If you see mushrooms, keep an eye peeled for fairies that may be using them for shelter. As you stroll past Sanctuary Marsh and Sunset Pond, one could easily imagine a water sprite sunbathing. With a little imagination, these grounds become an entirely new world.
George Bernstein/Flickr
Right now, the forest is bathed in a rich golden hue that is worthy of royalty. The richness of this region truly must be experienced first-hand to be understood.
Erik Drost/Flickr
The North Chagrin Reservation is home to Manakiki Golf Course, an educational center, wetlands, and trails, offering much to see and do in this picture-perfect paradise.
Barry Cunningham/Flickr
JB Banks/Flickr
As this park is simply bewitching, it is best to set aside a good chunk of time for each visit. You’ll want to explore the enchanting environment, and you will find yourself planning a trip back in each season.
For another enchanted castle, check out this nearby paradise in Mohican.
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