If you need an incentive to get discover new trails in Cleveland Metroparks, then you’re in luck. The 2022 Trail Challenge is underway and we’ve got the details to get you started.
The guest-led program is designed to encourage visitors to discover new trails throughout Cleveland Metroparks on your own, move to better health, discover the wonders of nature and earn awards along the way. All mileage is round trip and approximate.
To get started, follow these simple steps:
- Sign up here.
- Download the tracking form, or track your completed trails online.
- Complete trails to earn prizes!
- Update your tracking form on paper or digitally online.
- When you have completed 10 or 20 trails, collect your prizes.
PARTICIPATION
Complete 10 or 20 of the trails by any legal means (bike, hike, paddle, run, skate or walk) from January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022 to receive this year’s trail challenge sticker and prize.
- Complete at least 10 trails and earn a 2022 Trail Challenge sticker
- Complete at least 20 trails and earn a custom, one-of-a-kind 2022 Trail Challenge prize (limit to first 250)
- View the 2022 Trail Challenge routes.
NEW FOR 2022
- Make sure to sign-up online, even if you intend to track your progress on a paper tracking form, as the Metroparks will be emailing and releasing three additional trails throughout the year. In the spring, summer and fall, they will release a new trail that counts if completed. They will be exciting, new trails or lesser-known trails in a variety of Cleveland Metroparks locations.
- You also have the ability to attend any Cleveland Metroparks program that involves a hike or ride and record that as one of your activities to count towards the 2022 prizes. Go online for many free programs to choose from throughout the year.
TRAIL TRACKING
Submit your information online or download the tracking form to track your progress.
PRIZE REDEMPTION
2022 Trail Challenge prizes are available April 1- January 31, 2023 (while supplies last). Bring an electronic or printed copy of your 10 or 20 completed trails to one of the following locations to collect your prize:
- Brecksville Nature Center, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 7 days a week, 440-526-1012
- CanalWay Center, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Tuesday – Sunday, 216-206-1000
- North Chagrin Nature Center, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 7 days a week, 440-473-3370
- Rocky River Nature Center, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 7 days a week, 440-734-6660
- Watershed Stewardship Center, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Tuesday – Sunday, 440-887-1968
* Please call ahead; hours are subject to change.
2021 Trail Challenge prizes (must have completed hikes by December 31, 2021) are available until January 31, 2022 (while supplies last). Bring an electronic or printed copy of your 10 or 20 completed trails to one of the following locations to collect your 2021 prizes. (Please call ahead as hours are subject to change):
- Merwin’s Wharf 12 – 4 p.m. Thursday – Sunday 216-664-5696
- Hinckley Lake Boathouse 12 – 4 p.m. 7 days a week 330-278-2160
Happy Exploring!
