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Summit Metro Parks

Summit Metro Parks

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Summit Metro Parks

We’re Your Back yard

Founded in 1921, we manage more than 16,000 acres with 16 parks, two nature centers, one visitors center and over 150 miles of trails.

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The Valley View Area
Icon of trail signage New Visitor Info
Icon of a compass Trail Updates
Icon of a kayak Explore Activities
Icon of a cabin Make A Reservation
Trail lines
Trail lines

Programs & Events

Immersive, nature-based fun for all ages!  

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Nature Education
a squirrel on a branch surrounded by colorful fall leaves

Kinderealm: Squirrels

Art
A woman in a foldable outdoor chair sketches on a notepad.

Virtual: Nature Drawing for Adults

Good For All Ages

Self-Guided: Winter Birds Discovery

F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area
Art
A woman in a foldable outdoor chair sketches on a notepad.

Nature Drawing for Adults

SLNC
Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
A hand gently holding up a flower that has gone to seed.

Good Garden Talks: Winter Sowing

SLNC
Wild Back Yards
A close-up of rugged tree bark.

Homegrown Habitat: Woody Plant Propagation

FASN/Visitors Center
Nature Education
Many large kids' picture books.

Autumn Nature Tales

LP/Nature Center
Art

Words of the Season: Winter

FASN/Visitors Center
Art

Holiday Wreath Making

LP/Nature Center
History
The exterior of Summit Lake Nature Center.

Drop In: Butter Making

SLNC

But wait, There’s More

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What’s New

62nd Annual

Fall Hiking Spree

Hike eight trails September 1 through November 30 to earn rewards while exploring the parks!

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What’s New

Three women hiking in the fall
Trail lines for the Chuckery Trail
Trail lines

For over 100 years, we’ve been

Leading Conservation Efforts

Beyond the portal signs and hiking trails, Summit Metro Parks conserves and studies green space to help plants, wildlife and people thrive. Learn more about how we conserve Summit County’s natural resources while connecting people to clean and safe parks.  

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