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Eastwood MetroPark  
1385 Harshman Road
Dayton, Ohio 45431
(937) 275-PARK
 
   

Seasonal Update

GearFest moves to Eastwood on October 3rd and 4th with expanded opportunities to learn new outdoor skills. Nothing says autumn like that last great catch of fish from a crisp and clear lake.  Family bike rides from Eastwood along the Mad River and Creekside Recreation Trails should become tradition this time of year to see the changes in season as they begin.

 
    • Eastwood MetroPark, is highlighted by the 185 acre lake, Mad River, and shelter and playground. There is a 3mile loop trail which offers hiking opportunities on mostly level terrain. Try fishing in the big lake, blue lake, Mad River or the lagoon all here at Eastwood MetroPark, bring the boat out to the park, enjoy a family picnic, or come out and enjoy the wildlife.


    • Pieces of Eastwood MetroPark have been around since before the 1950’s and has gone through many changes. In the 1950’s there was a swimming pool where the boat docks on the lagoon are presently, and was accessed from Springfield Street. At some point in the late 50’s or early 60’s the pool was torn down and the lagoon, roadway from Harshman Road, parking lots and shelters were built. In 1972 the lake was completed (a by product of the American Aggregate Corporation’s mining). The Lake held two functions one was to provide water recreation for the community and also to help protect the city’s water supply by acting as a recharge basin for the aquifer. In 1990 Five Rivers MetroParks entered a lease agreement with the City of Dayton to allow MetroParks to manage the park and in 1992 the lease extended to include the lake. Since the MetroParks has increased security and developed a conservation plan for the park. Some of the amenities have been replaced or upgraded to provide a better overall experience.


    • There are Handicap accessible parking areas, an accessible restroom. See map.


    • Directions
      From 4 north take the Harshman Road exit, turn right the park entrances will be on the right. From 4 south, take the Harshman Road exit, turn left, the park entrances will be on the right.

      Public Transportation
      RTA Bus Route 11
      Take route 11 west from downtown to the intersection of Springfield Street and Harshman Rd. The park entrance is northwest on Harshman approximately one mile at 1385 Harshman Rd.


    • Eastwood MetroPark contains beautiful shady picnic areas, a winding shaded lagoon, a 185-acre recreational lake, forest habitat along the Mad River, thickets, and a few grasslands. These grassland openings are former prairies that retain the rich prairie soil and lend themselves to prairie restoration. In addition to its recreational uses, Eastwood Lake is well known for its migratory bird populations, including waterfowl, osprey, shorebirds, and gulls.

GPS Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.78391
Longitude: -84.119509

Park Hours:

  • April 1 – October 31, 8 am – 10 pm,
  • Nov. 1 - March 31, 8 am – 8 pm
  • Closed Christmas and New Year's Day
Boating Schedule:
Even dates: power boats
Odd dates: PWC, sailboats, kayaks and fishing boats at idle speed only


The lake will be closed to boating on the following days due to special events:
  • Sept 12 -14, 2008

Facility Rental:
Picnic shelters are available on a first come basis.

Parking:
Multiple free parking lots are available on site. See map.

School Group Tours:
Available by request. Call to schedule.
 
View a list of programs available.

Pet Policy:
Dogs are welcome, but must be leashed and under control at all times.

Park Features/Amenities
Eastwood MetroPark offers a variety of water based recreational activities as well as land based recreational and leisurely activities. Come on out to Eastwood MetroPark and experience nature in your own unique way. The park is conveniently located within the city limits of Dayton. Eastwood MetroPark is connected with downtown Dayton by the Mad River Bikeway and with Beavercreek and Kettering by the Creekside and Ironhorse recreational trails. The list of opportunities available within Eastwood MetroPark are:.
 
 
 
       
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