Nature Center At Shaker Lakes
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The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes is a nonprofit organization in Shaker Heights, Ohio, that works to conserve a natural area, educate visitors about nature, and promote better environmental stewardship.
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The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes is a nonprofit organization in Shaker Heights, Ohio, that works to conserve a natural area, educate visitors about nature, and promote better environmental stewardship.
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This is a really neat park, especially in the fall and while it's raining. The multiple wooden boardwalks offer a great view of the surrounding trees, and you cross over water many times. If you go during or after a lot of rain, Doan Brook which runs through the park has a pretty good flow. The trails are well-marked, for the most part. I'm from the west side and don't often Venture into shaker, but I'm glad I stopped here on a whim because I had some time to kill, and it was completely empty. I didn't make it to the actual lake - that'll have to be on my next trip.
BrianBrian
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This is a scenic spot for relaxing walks, especially during evenings when the light makes everything feel like a dream. A sprawling bridge complex takes you right into nature, through towering trees and luscious undergrowth. A variety of birds hopping between branches fill the soundscape with cheerful chirping. I found gorgeous shiny dragonflies buzzing about a particular spot along the bridge. The paths converge at a gazebo constructed from bright wood panels with nature-inspired designs carved on the inside and out.
Meir M.Meir M.
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Not sure if this is the place to post as I was on the north part of the park which I believe is farhill rd rockefeller park. The park is very wooded, the trails are small, not marked. Looks like it was a great place back in the day. Probably beautiful in the summer and fall but just brown in April. No water in this area. I did not feel safe as a single female from out of town walking by myself, but would have liked to complete the trail of I had a buddy along. Seems like the south/lower side is much more beautiful!
Heidi SteinerHeidi Steiner
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This is an excellent marshland preserve with beautiful well maintained wheelchair accessible wooden elevated walkways, and numerous decks. The rustic wooden gazebo is beautiful and photogenic , as are the variety of lookout points. We spotted a few ducks, a raccoon and a majestic deer with beautiful antlers along the trail, and ecosystem seems healthy. There's a pavilion for people who want to have a get together or a picnic. Overall an excellent place for adults and kids to get close with nature.
SahilSahil
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So many great things to experience here! All the better since they’ve reworked the boardwalk and made it accessible from North Woodland and North Park. Also, the gazebo is GORGEOUS! Worth a trip just to see it. Make sure that you find out when they are doing bird banding and come watch. It’s such a great and important service and it’s amazing to see how many species we have visiting here! Great staff, gift shop, kids programs.
Bob AgenaBob Agena
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I’ve been to the Shaker Lakes Nature center many times in my lifetime. This is my second birthday party and it was absolutely amazing! They kids walked, explored, climbed and went on a scavenger hunt in throughout the forestry. The guide was amazing very engaging with kids. The party room was great space for the kiddos!
Joia WarrenJoia Warren
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