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Penitentiary Glen Reservation
8668 Kirtland-Chardon Rd, Kirtland, OH 44094
Metropark🪢 Leash required
360 acres · 8 miles of trails
⭐ 4.8
2,210 reviews
In Kirtland's Penitentiary Glen Reservation metropark, Ohio, leashed dogs hike shaded trails with water access and benches. Dog bags, parking, restrooms, and trash cans support outings. Open 9am-5pm daily.
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- Park
- Penitentiary Glen Reservation
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Kirtland, Ohio
- Coordinates
- 41.6181, -81.3625
- Size
- 360 acres
- Trail miles
- 8
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2,210 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.2 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:Yes
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
8.2/ 10
Exceptional
- · ★ 4.8 from 2,210 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 360 acres of room
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Dog policy
Leashed dogs welcome on park trails. Lake Metroparks. 9am-5pm.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Dog waste bags
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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