Hours
Monday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMTuesday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Nelson Ledges Quarry Park Introduce
Nelson Ledges Quarry Park is a hidden gem nestled in the rolling hills of Garrettsville, Ohio. This versatile park offers something for everyone, from adventure seekers to nature lovers. With its diverse terrain, including beautiful camp sites, a quarry, beach, and jumping rock, it's a perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The park is open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, making it easily accessible for visitors.
One of the standout features of Nelson Ledges Quarry Park is its unique cave exploration opportunities. The park offers challenging terrain that requires climbing, crossing streams, and navigating mud and tree vines. While this makes it an exciting adventure, it's important to note that it’s not suitable for small children or those without agility. Appropriate footwear and a sense of adventure are recommended for visitors.
The park also boasts stunning natural areas like the quarry, beach, and jumping rock, which are particularly magical when viewed from a kayak. The serene environment and clear waters make it a haven for water enthusiasts. Additionally, the park's hiking trails offer breathtaking views and a peaceful escape into nature.
Nelson Ledges Quarry Park is more than just a natural wonder—it’s also a hub for social gatherings and events. It hosts lowkey musical festivals where visitors can enjoy swimming, hiking, and live music. The park’s atmosphere during these events is lively yet relaxed, making it an ideal spot for both daytime adventures and evening entertainment.
For those planning to visit with kids, it’s recommended to come during the week if you prefer a more family-friendly environment. Weekends tend to attract a younger crowd looking for parties and social interaction.
Nelson Ledges Quarry Park also provides ample parking and basic amenities like restrooms at the parking lot. While there is no running water, hand sanitizer stations are available. These facilities ensure that visitors can enjoy their time in nature with minimal disruptions.
- Customer Feedback:
- "Beautiful park with lots of cool caves to explore. The terrain can be tricky, so bring sturdy shoes!"
- "The quarry and beach are magical—especially with a kayak! Highly recommend for an adventurous day out."
- "A perfect mix of nature and fun. Great for hiking, swimming, and enjoying live music at festivals."
- "Love the peaceful atmosphere during weekdays. Weekends can get lively, which might not be ideal for all families."
Nelson Ledges Quarry Park is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience Ohio’s natural beauty while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities. Whether you’re an adventure seeker or simply looking to relax in nature, this park offers something unforgettable for everyone.
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Customer Reviews
Beautiful park, lots of very cool caves to explore if you're able to do some climbing. Some of the terrain you'll need to cross to access the caves and caverns is rather tricky, and I would not recommend for small children, nor to explore them alone unless you're very agile and confident in your abilities. The coolest parts to see are not far from the main path, horizontally. But you need to be comfortable climbing up and down rocks, some very steep parts, over shallow streams, some mud, and tree vines. Wear appropriate shoes for incline hiking that you don't mind getting muddy. Overall, it was very much worth the effort in my opinion. There are two unisex, single stall restrooms at the parking lot. No running water, just hand sanitizer. Basically permanent "porta potties". Very ample parking for a relatively small park.
If you want to attend a lowkey musical festival with the option to swim, hike, and more, this is the place. I've never visited on an "off" weekend or week day but I can imagine it's still a great time. There are some beautiful camp sites. The quarry/beach/jumping rock are magical.... and even better if you bring a kayak! I'd recommend that if you plan to bring kids and aren't OK with adults doing "bad things", go during the week.
Went here for a music festival. Campsites were great! Nice & shady. Clean with port a johns everywhere. Lots of trash cans around as well. Helpful staff. Love that they have 2 stages. The music never stops! Love that there is sand at the stage. Beautiful swimming area. Didn't cliff dive but the cliffs looked really good. Met some really wonderful people! Was a blast!!! Looking forward to going back again!!!
Great time. Beautiful park. Mainly a party spot, so know what you are getting into. The quarry is so refreshing tho. The cliff is so fun to jump off. It's a really big campsite, so scooters or bikes are helpful.
DON'T COME HERE IF YOU WILL BE MAD YOUR CHILD IS AROUND MARIJUANA! This is a "party" campground. I have been coming here since high school. It's beautiful. Tons of trails to hike. The lake is beautiful. It is very clean and the lifeguards take their job very seriously to make sure everyone is safe. Yes, there's a lot of people smoking weed, but most are very respectful about it. If you plan on camping here, don't expect a quiet park. There will be people playing music, partying, etc. I bring my 10 year old here and he loves it. They make children under 12 take a swimming test to go in the deep waters. Don't be mad at the lifeguards, this is for safety as the water gets very deep and there's lots of people there. There's lots of little shops to get food, clothes, etc. This is one of my favorite places to go so if you decide to go please respect the nature.
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