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Birmingham School MetroPark
15215 SR 113
Birmingham OH 44816
419.625.7783
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This 3-acre park was once the site of the Birmingham School building. The archway remains as a marker of the school site. A softball diamond, basketball court, and some playground equipment is available. Picnic tables, shelter(s), and grills available.

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Castalia Quarry MetroPark
8404 SR 101 (just off SR 269)
Castalia OH 44824
419.625.7783
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152-acre dry quarry and nearby property has a panoramic view of Sandusky Bay and Lake Erie Islands. Mountain bike trails (special permit required) and hiking. Observation deck with ramp, picnic tables, and grills. Restrooms available May-Oct.

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Coupling MetroPark
11618 SR 13 (Mudbrook Rd.)
Milan OH 44846
419.625.7783
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Developed around a historic railroad theme, the reserve provides small, non-motorized boat access to the Huron River, bank fishing sites, a wooded nature trail, picnic tables, shelters, grills, restrooms, a sledding slope, and a grassy volleyball court. Canoes, the historic depot, and overnight accommodations in the train cars are available for groups with advance reservations.

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DuPont Marsh State Nature Preserve
1805 River Rd.
Huron OH 44839
419.625.7783
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One of the best remaining riverine marshes in Ohio and is an excellent site for viewing wildlife. Periodically interpretive programs are scheduled and are open to the public. There is a short trail system through the woods and down to the marsh. No drinking water and only seasonal restroom facilities are available. The preserve entrance and parking lot are located near the base of the Erie County water tower.

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East Sandusky Bay MetroPark
3819 Cleveland Rd. (US 6)
Sandusky OH 44870
419.625.7783
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East Sandusky Bay MetroPark is the umbrella name of a group of neighboring parks: Joseph Steinen Wildlife Area, Community Foundation Preseve at Eagle Point, Putman Marsh Preserve, and Wyandot Wetland Meadows Preserve. They give visitors an opportunity to appreciate and enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Erie and particularly East Sandusky Bay. Picnic tables, walking trail(s), restrooms, and hunting available.

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Edison Woods MetroPark
10186 Ceylon Rd. (South of SR 2)
Berlin Heights OH 44014
419.625.7783
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1300 acre densely wooded parkland with 550 acres of wetland habitat, 300 acres of restored native grassland, and ½ mile boardwalk. Excellent bird watching and seasonal wildflower displays. Seven miles of woodland trails and six miles of meadow pathways maintained for walking, horseback riding, and cross country skiing. Picnic tables, shelter(s), and seasonal restrooms. Call for details regarding grills.

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Hoffman Forest MetroPark
5313 Huff Rd. (between Arlington and Chapin rds.)
Berlin Heights OH 44814
419.625.7783
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This 40-acre property features a large open meadow, mature forest, and two tributaries of Old Woman Creek. Nature trails and picnic tables available. Bicycles not permitted.

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James H. McBride Arboretum
1 University Dr. (behind BGSU Firelands College)
Huron OH 44839
419.625.7783
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Fifty-acre arboretum especially nice for weddings or nature walks, surrounded with trees, flowers, a pond, and bridge. There is a visitor's center and restrooms but no picnic tables or grills. Walking, hiking, photography, and botanizing opportunities available. Birding checklist available.

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Osborn MetroPark
3910 Perkins Ave.
Huron OH 44839
419.625.7783
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163 acre property offering hiking, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, playground, lectures, two ball fields, picnic tables, shelter(s), grills, walking trail, fourteen soccer fields, wooded nature trails, small pond, drinking fountain, visitors center, and restrooms. A tennis court and volleyball net are available first-come, first-serve. Large parking area, handicap accessible, paved and nature trails, and birding checklist are available. Meeting rooms available.

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