Miller Creek Nature Reserve — Attraction in Garfield Township

This park is a hidden gem. Tucked behind Aldi (they share the driveway), you probably have driven by and never noticed it. You park literally behind Aldi, like where they get their deliveries. There are a handful of parking spots directly in front of the start of the trail.

The trails in this park are so pretty, there’s a little creek and small lake. There’s even a wooden boardwalk over the marshy areas that wrap around the tiny lake.

Be aware, this park is not the best for anyone with mobility challenges. When you enter, there is a steep decline. Many of the areas in the park are very narrow and on the edge of a steep hill, and slippery bark/mulch.

It’s such a quiet park that I can take my little anxious dog and my cat who likes to walk on a leash and not see...

During a cool mid October visit to the Miller Creek Nature Reserve. We found the reserve to be clean and well-maintained. The fall colors were looking very nice. The trails were well marked with guidepost and trail maps at intersections of the multiple trails. A few of the guideposts had maps and indicators removed apparently by vandals, but navigating was still easy as the trails were easy to see. Large sections of the trails were constructed of raised boardwalk above a wetland. The boardwalks are of high quality and workmanship, actually quite amazing considering the length and working environment. The trails were are beautiful. We logged about 2 miles which made a great after dinner walk. Next time we're in the area we will plan to visit the...

Nice trails tucked behind the shopping area. There are multiple entrances, but I used the one behind Home Depot. It's not quiet - South Airport and US 31 are nearby - but the trail itself is beautiful. It winds up and down through pine trees and follows a creek as it heads towards the Boardman. Saw a couple of guys smoking pot (one was sitting in the middle of the trail), but they were doing...