Wild Winter Wonderland Walk at Historic Snake Hill [Cuyahoga]

Happy New Year! Wild Ones Greater Cleveland is excited to ring in 2026 with you with an exciting walk at Historic Snake Hill Trail! Nestled in the historic Old Brooklyn neighborhood of Cleveland with very close proximity to the Cleveland Metropark Zoo, join us for an amazing, fun-filled day of walking, connections, nature, and history amidst the dreamy NE OH winter landscapes. This independent nature preserve - interestingly not in the Metropark system - was created and managed by community grassroot efforts through engaging neighbors, friends, activists, and fellow lovers of nature to preserve a very important component to our neighborhoods and cities: untouched nature and greenspace for all!

We'll learn of the former streets that used to weave through this surprisingly-expansive and pretty-well-hidden neighborhood gem; Streets now reclaimed by nature that used to be used by the neighborhood factory workers on their walking commutes to the factories that use to occupy the land where the Cleveland Metroparks now sit. We'll also see an amazing tree canopy, native restoration in action, an array of birds and other animals should they come out to say hello, and the gorgeous winter interest we're always so fortunate to enjoy this time of year.

Parking: Street Parking (Residential Neighborhood) [Just make sure to not block fire hydrants or driveways]

Transit: 10-15 minute walk from the 51-51A RTA bus route bus stop nearby on Pearl Road. Bus route planning can be done via Google Maps or the Transit App.

Accessibility: No Restrooms and Sadly Cannot Accommodate Wheelchairs or Crutches. Do feel free to bring a hiking stick; Boots preferred!

Day-of Contact: The event will be led by WOGC's Cuyahoga County Regional Planner, Diab Dar-Issa (216) 800-3541. Feel free to text or call the day of event to ensure you can locate the group in the event you're lost.

RSVP REQURED THROUGH EVENTBRITE. A TEXT/CALL WILL NOT SUFFICE AS AN RSVP.

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