Entries by Mill Creek MetroParks Staff

Improved and Reopened, Bears Den Drive and High Drive Ready for Visitors

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Mill Creek MetroParks is excited to announce the reopening of Bears Den Drive and High Drive, now better than ever following the completion of a major road improvement project. These well-loved scenic routes are once again open to vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic—just in time for visitors to enjoy the beauty of summer in the… Continue Reading Improved and Reopened, Bears Den Drive and High Drive Ready for Visitors

Junior golfers claim titles at Mill Creek tournament

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Junior golfers from across the country competed at Mill Creek Golf Course for the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) tournaments. The tournaments were the American Junior Mahoning Valley Junior All-Star Tournament, Mahoning Valley Junior Preview Tournament, and Junior-Amateur Team Tournament. All tournament rounds were played on Mill Creek’s South Course. This is the 10th anniversary of the AJGA… Continue Reading Junior golfers claim titles at Mill Creek tournament

Mill Creek MetroParks offer private tour of Lanterman’s Mill

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Mill Creek MetroParks is offering guests a private, exclusive tour through Lanterman’s Mill in the month of July. The ‘Coffee Talk & Tour at Lanterman’s Mill’ will provide an in-depth look at the structure and its history within the city of Youngstown. While exploring, guests can enjoy a complimentary beverage of coffee, tea, or hot… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks offer private tour of Lanterman’s Mill

MetroMutts club memberships available for dog-friendly hikes

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Mill Creek MetroParks is bringing back its MetroMutts club, a program where members can hike through trails with man’s best friend. Two memberships are available: an immediate family with up to three dogs for $40, and an indivudual with one dog for $30. Any additional dogs or people will cost $5 each. Each membership runs… Continue Reading MetroMutts club memberships available for dog-friendly hikes

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meetings

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The Natural Resources Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., at Stitt Pavilion, located on West Golf Dr. (GPS Coordinates: +41.042166, -80.68801) in Boardman. The Education Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks… Continue Reading Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meetings

Scenic drives in Mill Creek getting facelift

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Two scenic roads in the Mill Creek MetroParks will soon be closed for improvements. Beginning Wednesday, High Drive and Bears Den Drive will be closed as they receive important infrastructure upgrades to enhance safety and the visitor experience. The anticipated duration of the project is approximately three weeks, weather permitting. During this time, access to… Continue Reading Scenic drives in Mill Creek getting facelift

Mill Creek MetroParks closing 2.3-mile stretch of bikeway for resurfacing

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A nearly two-and-a-half-mile-long section of the Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway in Austintown is closed starting Monday, June 9, for resurfacing. The closure will affect the segment from New Road to Silica Road, including the Mahoning Avenue Bridge. The project, expected to last about three weeks, depending on weather, will install a new asphalt surface. “This… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks closing 2.3-mile stretch of bikeway for resurfacing

High Drive and Bears Den Drive to Undergo Roadway Improvements in Mill Creek Park

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Mill Creek MetroParks is pleased to announce two of its scenic drives—High Drive and Bears Den Drive—will soon be receiving important infrastructure upgrades to enhance safety and visitor experience. Beginning Wednesday, June 11, 2025, these roads will be temporarily closed for resurfacing and related improvements. The project includes the installation of a new asphalt surface,… Continue Reading High Drive and Bears Den Drive to Undergo Roadway Improvements in Mill Creek Park

MetroParks Bikeway Section to Receive Surface Improvements

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Mill Creek MetroParks is pleased to announce upcoming improvements to a section of the MetroParks Bikeway from New Road to Silica Road, including the Mahoning Avenue Bridge. This highly used segment will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, June 9, 2025, to allow for the installation of a new asphalt surface. The project is part of… Continue Reading MetroParks Bikeway Section to Receive Surface Improvements