
An Urban Oasis at the Shaker Lakes
This free parking area is located along the Shaker Heights Hike and Bike Trail, providing excellent access to the Shaker Lakes park system. From here, visitors can enjoy a scenic walk, run, or bike ride on paved paths that loop around the beautiful Horseshoe and Lower Shaker Lakes. The area is a designated Important Birding Area and serves as an urban oasis, offering serene water views, lush woodlands, and abundant wildlife just minutes from the city. It connects to the Shaker Lakes Regional Nature Center and a larger network of regional trails.