Entries by Mill Creek MetroParks Staff

Mill Creek hike & bike trail reopens after storm damage closure

The East Golf Hike & Bike Trail has reopened after the July 5 tornado and macroburst, though other areas of the MetroPark remain closed as work continues. According to a release from Mill Creek MetroParks, crews have worked “diligently” to address fallen and damaged trees that impacted the hike and bike trail, parking lots, picnic areas… Continue Reading Mill Creek hike & bike trail reopens after storm damage closure

Closures Scheduled in Mill Creek Park for Panerathon 2026 Event

On Sunday, August 23, 2026, Mill Creek MetroParks will welcome the annual Panerathon 10K and 2-Mile Walk/Run, an inspiring community event that brings together thousands of participants. To safely accommodate the race, the following roads, drives, and facilities within the MetroParks will be closed to all visitors, vehicular, cyclist, and pedestrian traffic from approximately 6:00… Continue Reading Closures Scheduled in Mill Creek Park for Panerathon 2026 Event

Notice of Board of Park Commissioners August Board Meeting

The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, August 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. The agenda will be available on the website after 2:00 p.m. on the day of… Continue Reading Notice of Board of Park Commissioners August Board Meeting

D.D. and Velma Davis Center & Fellows Riverside Gardens to Close Early for Annual Summer Garden Party

The D.D. and Velma Davis Education & Visitor Center and Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek Park will be closed to the public beginning at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, for the Annual Summer Garden Party fundraiser. The proceeds from this event support Fellows Riverside Gardens and is hosted by the Friends of… Continue Reading D.D. and Velma Davis Center & Fellows Riverside Gardens to Close Early for Annual Summer Garden Party

Slow and steady work at Mill Creek Park ensures safe reopening

Mill Creek MetroParks had a big job ahead after storms rolled through the Valley on July 5 and spawned a tornado. Most of the park has been closed as the cleanup continues. “It’s just really devastating when you show up and see the devastation, and just 2-3 blocks away there’s nothing. No problems whatsoever, said Executive… Continue Reading Slow and steady work at Mill Creek Park ensures safe reopening

Mill Creek hopes to reopen golf course before Thanksgiving

If you were hoping to play a round at Mill Creek Metro Parks golf course anytime soon, you’ll have to wait a little longer. Cleanup continues weeks after an EF-1 tornado and a macroburst tore through the park on July 5, leaving behind widespread damage and forcing parts of the park to remain closed. Mill… Continue Reading Mill Creek hopes to reopen golf course before Thanksgiving

Got Ghosts? Paranormal investigation at Mill Creek Park may find answers

Have you had luck finding any paranormal activity? Maybe you found some Saturday night at Mill Creek Park. Saturday evening, there was a paranormal investigation at Ford Nature Center. These investigations have been taking place every month for the last three years. The center works with the Collective Paranormal Research Society to put on these… Continue Reading Got Ghosts? Paranormal investigation at Mill Creek Park may find answers