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Many species of migrating birds and waterfowl return to this
nature preserve in the springtime, and you can expect to find a carpet of wildflowers
scattered along the hiking and walking trails. Check out how our three waterfalls come
alive with the season.
Fishing is great in the north park’s pond in spring, as crappie
move into the shallows.
Englewood MetroPark is one of the best birding sites in the area, especially in
spring. Be on the lookout for our visiting bald eagle, recently spotted in various
parts of the park.
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- About a Park
Englewood Metropark is one of five natural areas created by the construction of
earthen flood control dams. Stillwater River, lakes, woods and wetlands serve as
focal points of this 1,900-acre MetroPark.
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- History
Englewood MetroPark was created with the construction of the large earthen dam in
1922. MetroParks gained control of the park in1967 from the Miami conservancy District.
Since that time MetroParks have made several purchases of adjacent land protecting
over 1900 acres from development.
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- Accessibility
All restroom facilities at Englewood are accessible. There is accessible parking
available along with an accessible nature trail in the Patty Shelter area.
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- Directions & Public Transportation
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Directions
From Rt. 48 and Interstate 70 – North on Rt. 48, Right on US 40 across dam, left
at Park entrance east end of dam
Public Transportation
RTA Bus Route 16
Take route 16 north from downtown. From the bus stop at Main Street and National
Road to interior of Englewood MetroPark West Park is approximately a .75 mile walk.
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- Conservation
Englewood MetroPark is a large and heavily utilized MetroPark. The natural areas
of the park contain floodplain forests, large areas of former farmland in natural
succession, second growth upland hardwood forest, significant remnants of mature
and old growth forest, a large shallow lake/wetland, several managed grasslands,
and the scenic Stillwater River. The park also contains series of rehabilitated
gravel quarry along Old Springfield Rd (North Park).
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Visitor Information
Park Hours:
- April 1 - Oct. 31, 8 am – 10 pm
- Nov. 1 - March 31, 8 am – 8 pm
- Closed Christmas and New Year's Day
Facility Rental:
There are three reservable shelters and sports equipment. Two shelters are in the west
park, off the 100 E. National Road entrance. The other shelter is in the east park. Use
the entrance at 4361 National Road. Call 937-275-PARK for more info.
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.
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Park Features/Amenities |
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Englewood MetroParks provides the setting for fishing, birdwatching and picnicking.
Discover the beauty of woodlands, meadows and three waterfalls. Enjoy scenic hiking,
recreation and bridle trails. Englewood MetroPark also offers fossil collecting,
canoeing and kayaking. Each season highlights different wonders of nature including
spring wildflowers blanketing the forest floor, plants and trees dressed in full
foliage in summer, the warm colors of fall leaves and frozen waterfalls in winter. |
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