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3100 Reeves Rd., Willoughby, OH 44094
1000 Rural Drive, Eastlake, OH 44095
37699 Erie Road, Willoughby, OH 44094
Trail Map
In 1993 Lake Metroparks acquired 101 acres along the Chagrin River, located in the communities of Eastlake and Willoughby. Most of the park's natural areas are made up of dense shrubs with pockets of mature forest bordering wetland areas. The Chagrin River is the park's southern boundary. Archaeologist Charles Whittlesey found evidence of earthworks along the Chagrin River just downstream from this park.
 The site is named the Reeve Village site for the property's owner, Dr. George N. Reeve. People living here between 1250 and 1500 AD have been named the Whittlesey Culture after the archaeologist. During several excavations, a variety of artifacts were found including clay vessels, bird bone beads, projectile points, scrapers, and a large number of smoking or ceremonial pipes. These can now be seen at the Indian Museum of Lake County.
Chagrin River Park recognized as an Important Bird Area by Audubon Ohio
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 Look for great blue herons, kingfishers, bank swallows, and sandpipers near the river. Two wetland areas support frogs, salamanders, and a variety of songbirds. The seasonal wetland near the picnic shelter serves as a haven for great blue heron and ducks, such as mallards and blue-winged teal. Park land on the east and west bank of the Chagrin River are linked by a pedestrian bridge. Access is provided to more than 2.83 miles of trails.
- Hours: Sunrise to sunset.
- Amenities: 237 acres. Picnic area with grills. Picnic shelter. Drinking water. Restrooms. Hiking trails. Playground. Volleyball court. Fishing. Sledding hill. Ball/game fields. Pay phone.
- Directions: Take Rt. 2 to Lost Nation Road and go north. Turn left (west) onto Reeves Road. Chagrin River Park is located on the left (south).
- Shelter Rental: Lake Metroparks Registration Department, (440) 358-7275.
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