• Mill Creek Park Suspension Bridge, commonly referred to as the Cinderella Bridge.
  • Kid’s Splash Pad at Mill Creek Wick Recreation Area.
  • Walking trail in Mill Creek Park.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts kayaking in the Youngstown area.
  • Poland Municipal Forest and nature center.

Youngstown Parks & Recreation
Hiking, Biking & Kayaking — Get Going!

Experience the outdoors

PARKS, HIKING TRAILS & GARDENS

Get back to nature and explore the hundreds of acres of green space that Youngstown’s parks and recreation areas have to offer!

Hop on the miles of trails in the MetroParks Bikeway, go fishing at Lake Milton State Park, experience the beauty of Mill Creek MetroParks’ Fellows Riverside Gardens or Lanterman’s Mill, check out the many walking paths of Mill Creek Park, go picnicking at one of the many township parks or go camping with the family at one of the Mahoning County’s many campgrounds. You can even kayak on the Mahoning River, with convenient rental options available.

Looking to plan a weekend family getaway? Request a FREE Mahoning County Travel Guide.

Outdoor Recreation

Our outdoor recreation guide gives you everything you need to know about Mahoning County’s outdoor activities and venues to help you plan your next adventure in Youngstown.

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Mill Creek MetroParks

Wick Recreation Area

Berlin Lake

Lake Milton State Park

Boardman Park

Austintown Township Park

Poland Municipal Forest

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Yellow Creek Park

Mauthe Park

Wick Park

Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway

Lake Milton Mountain Bike Trail

Lake Milton/Berlin Lake KOA Holiday

Lake Milton RV Resort & Marina

Mill Creek Recreation Area Camping

Lakeside Campground

Western Reserve Park RV Resort & Campground

OUTDOOR RECREATION

If you’re searching for the next hiking trail, picnic area or nature preserve, look no further! Our free outdoor recreation brochure gives you everything you need to know about Mahoning Valley’s outdoor activities and venues to help you plan your next adventure.

Discover the endless outdoor activities in the Youngstown area like walking trails, disc golf courses, archery ranges, basketball courts, pickleball courts, sand volleyball courts and much more! The city of Youngstown and the surrounding areas offer a variety of outdoor sporting and recreational activities for the public to enjoy — even sledding or ice skating in the winter!

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