Mill Creek Metro Parks — Attraction in Youngstown

I have been to Mill creek park 2 times now and each time I’ve left feeling refreshed and happy. I started my latest adventure at lanternmans mill parking area and ventured to the suspension bridge to get some photos. I loved seeing the wildlife wondering around the park, squirrels, black squirrels, chipmunks , beautiful birds and even deer. I seen nothing but smiling faces as everyone seemed to have a positive energy from this place. The park was very well maintained and was happy to see there wasn’t a bunch of garbage all over the place. The trail was very easy to walk on, would not have taken a stroller on it though. I made my way back to lanternmans mill to take some more photos, the mill is beautiful and very relaxing to just stare at the waterfall, all in all I can’t wait to come back and spend more time exploring and finding new things. 2 thumbs...

I walk here quite often. I use the walking path which is super nice. It’s nice to see other people always out as well walking, running, bike riding, etc. No matter what time during the day I go there are always people which is nice because I feel safe. The parking can be an issue but there are two ends you can park at. They also have cameras incase anything was to happen to you or your vehicle which I really appreciate. I constantly see maintenance crews changing trash, blowing leaves off the path, etc. Also the mill creek park police drive through as well which is a relief! I always see a wide variety of wildlife & it is...

So many parts to visit! Each with hidden gems. The cascade natural gorge pool, the mushrooms, wildlife, and plant life that is abundant and of sorts. The wetlands, glacier lake, the beautiful bridge, lanternman Mill, the fellows riverside garden, the wick recreation! I mean so much!!! Can't explore it all in a couple days even! My favorite spot in Youngstown for sure! I'm from the country, it helps me forget I live in the...