Rocky River Nature Center
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Located in the Rocky River Reservation, the Rocky River Nature Center has a deck overlooking the river and offering a view of an ancient shale cliff.
The Rocky River Nature Center has exhibits about the early inhabitants of the Rocky River Valley, including the giant fish of the Devonian sea, Dunkleosteus.
The deck overhangs the river and offers amazing views of a 360 million-year-old shale cliff.
Visitors also have the opportunity to learn about current Ohio wildlife.
HideAway Hollow is a giant oak tree where kids can play and parents can check out the Cleveland Metroparks Nature Shop.
The gardens outside lead to over five miles of trails that pass by the river’s edge, a wetland forest, ponds, hilltops, and ancient Native American earthworks.
The Nature Center hosts many free programs and events, such as nature quests, trail walks, arts & crafts, and wildlife exploration.
Free onsite parking and free admission. The parking lot can get full during school trips and on weekends.
Cindy’s Insider Ohio Tips!
Trails can be buggy, be sure to carry insect and tick spray. Plan your visit before you head out, sometimes cell coverage can be spotty.
Photo credits: Cindy Gordon of VisitOhioToday.com
Where is Rocky River Nature Center Located?
- Address: 24000 Valley Parkway, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070
- Phone: 440-734-6660 | Website | Facebook | Instagram
Location Map for Rocky River Nature Center
More Nature Areas in Ohio
Have you visited the Rocky River Nature Center? Did you hike the trails? We’d love to know! Share your experience in the comments below.
Ohio has a huge number of metro parks, owned and managed usually by the county, and offering great activities and facilities. Some of our favorites are Clear Creek Metro Park in Hocking Hills, Penitentiary Glen Reservation in Lake County, and Metro Parks Farm in Canton.
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