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24 Best and Fun Things To Do In Brecksville, Ohio


TouristWire Editors

Nestled in the lush forests of northeastern Ohio, this lovely town situated on the outskirts of Cleveland is celebrated for its breathtaking scenery and amiable locals.

One of the biggest attractions in the area is the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, which boasts miles of scenic hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Other popular attractions nearby include the Boston Mills Ski Area, Station Road Bridge, and Brecksville Reservation.

And if you love local history, be sure to stop by the Brecksville Historical Association, where you can learn all about the early settlers of the area.

The town also hosts an annual event known as Brecksville Home Days, where the local community gathers on the Town Square for a number of festivities, including live entertainment, food, and displays.

Want to know more about what Brecksville has to offer? Keep reading for a full list of recommendations and ideas

The 24 Most Popular Things To Do In Brecksville, Ohio

24. Gorge Loop

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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Location: Brecksville OH

23. Brushwood Lake

3.8 ★★★★☆ (4 reviews)

22. Garfield Heights Historical Society

4.0 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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Location: 5405 Turney Road Cleveland OH

Tel:  216 475 3050

Web Address:   http://ghhist.org/

21. Boston Trailhead

4.9 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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Location: 1498 Boston Mills Road West Peninsula OH

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/places/000/boston-trailhead.htm

20. Conservancy for CVNP

4.9 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: 1403 W Hines Hill Road Peninsula OH

Tel:  330 657 2909

Web Address:   http://conservancyforcvnp.org/

19. Camp Hilaka Lake

4.8 ★★★★★ (19 reviews)

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18. Frazee House

4.2 ★★★★☆ (29 reviews)

Location: 7733 Canal Road Valley View OH

Tel:  216 524 2497

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/nr/travel/ohioeriecanal/fra.htm

17. Twin Sisters Falls

4.6 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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Location: 7708 Chaffee Road Northfield OH

16. Buttermilk Falls

4.6 ★★★★★ (45 reviews)

15. Red Lock Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ (67 reviews)

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Location: Northfield OH

Web Address:   http://nps.gov/cuva/planyourvisit/park-addresses.htm

14. Chippewa Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook

4.7 ★★★★★ (115 reviews)

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Location: 8263 Chippewa Road Brecksville OH

Web Address:   http://clevelandmetroparks.com/

13. Broadview Heights Splash Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (195 reviews)

Location: 9543 Broadview Road Broadview Heights OH

Tel:  440 838 4522

Web Address:   http://broadview-heights.org/524/Splash-Park

12. Furnace Run Metro Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (208 reviews)

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Location: 4955 Townsend Road Richfield OH

Tel:  330 867 5511

Web Address:   https://summitmetroparks.org/furnace-run-metro-park.aspx

11. Brecksville Nature Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (272 reviews)

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Location: 9000 Chippewa Road Brecksville OH

Tel:  440 526 1012

Web Address:   https://clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/visit/parks/brecksville-reservation/brecksville-nature-center

10. Bacci Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (280 reviews)

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Location: 5181 Canal Road Garfield Heights OH

Web Address:   http://cuyahogaheights.com/recreation/village-parks/

9. Longwood Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (360 reviews)

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Location: 1566 E Aurora Road Macedonia OH

Tel:  330 468 8300

Web Address:   https://macrec.com/longwoodpark/

8. Brandywine Ski Area

4.3 ★★★★☆ (723 reviews)

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Location: 1146 W Highland Road Northfield OH

Tel:  800 875 4241

Web Address:   http://bmbw.com/

Our Top picks

7. Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail

4.9 ★★★★★ (19 reviews)

6. Blue Hen Falls

4.6 ★★★★★ (147 reviews)

5. Station Road Bridge

4.8 ★★★★★ (206 reviews)

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Location: 13513 Streetation Road Brecksville OH

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/places/000/station-road-bridge-trailhead.htm

4. Boston Mills Ski Area

4.1 ★★★★☆ (934 reviews)

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Location: Boston Mills: 7100 Riverview Road Peninsula OH

Tel:  800 875 4241

Web Address:   http://bmbw.com/

3. Boston Mill Visitor Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,152 reviews)

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Location: 6947 Riverview Road Peninsula OH

Tel:  440 717 3890

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/cuva/planyourvisit/hours.htm

2. Brecksville Reservation

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,316 reviews)

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Location: 9000 Chippewa Road Brecksville OH

Tel:  440 526 1012

Web Address:   http://clevelandmetroparks.com/Main/Reservations-Partners/Brecksville-Reservation-4.aspx

1. Cuyahoga Valley National Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (11,841 reviews)

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Location: Ohio

Tel:  330 657 2752

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/cuva/index.htm

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Brecksville, Ohio! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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