Chippewa Picnic Area Overview
- Capacity: 10 people (Parking holds ten cars)
- Amenities: Restrooms, Grills, Picnic Tables (2, 8-foot tables), Parking, Trail Access
- Activities: Picnicking
- Reservable: No, First Come-First Serve
- Fees: Free
Chippewa Picnic Area Guide
Chippewa Picnic Area
Chippewa Picnic Area is the smallest and least used Picnic Area in the Brecksville Reservation. It has two picnic tables, two charcoal grills, one bathroom, and plenty of parking spaces. It is also the only picnic area in the park right next to a creek.
This picnic area can hold about ten visitors, is extremely quiet, and is primarily used for picnics. It is recommended only to use this weather in summer or when it is appropriate to sit outside. It should be noted that the parking lot is usually full and used mainly for trail access.
Some of the trails it is located near are Deer Lick Cave Trail and the White Oak Trail. It is located near the main road, Chippewa Creek Road, making it easy to find.
Alternative Option
Chippewa Picnic Area is a peaceful, quiet, and small area of the park. Because of this, it is typically full or is not as ideal as other locations for all four seasons of the year.
If you want another quiet picnic area with more space and shelter, check out Plateau Picnic Area. This picnic area can seat 30 visitors and has numerous charcoal grills, a bathroom, and a large open field where kids can play and explore.
It is also located near some of the same trails as Chippewa Picnic Area and is only a five-minute walk to Chippewa Creek, which has numerous picnic tables and fun water activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is first-come, first-serve. With only two picnic tables, it can sometimes fill up quickly.
Yes, this Picnic Area can be accessed by individuals with disabilities. The picnic table closest to the creek is easily accessible, but the second picnic table is not.
This picnic area accommodates ten individuals, and a parking lot can hold ten vehicles.
The Chippewa Picnic Area is in the Brecksville Reservation, 1.5 miles down Chippewa Creek Road from Royalton Road.
Two picnic tables, charcoal grills, a unisex portapotty, a creek, and hiking trails are available.
There are no restrictions. Dogs and other animals are allowed in the picnic area.
You are required to bring your food and beverage. You may use any food vendor you would like. Alcohol is not permitted in the park.
This area has a couple of trash bins but no dumpster.
It is operational all year, from 6 am – 10 pm.
No, this is free for the public to use.
Chippewa Picnic Area Virtual Tour
How to Get There (Driving Direction)
The easiest way to get to the Chippewa Picnic Area (parking lot) is to put it into your phone and GPS the Chippewa Picnic area.
- If arriving from the north, take Royalton Road to Chippewa Creek Road. In 1.5 miles (just before Valley Parkway), you’ll arrive at the Chippewa Picnic Area parking lot on the right.
- If arriving from Riverview Road, take Chippewa Creek Road for 1/2 mile until you reach the Chippewa Picnic Area parking lot on the left (just past Valley Parkway).
- If arriving from Brecksville Road, take Valley Parkway for 2 miles down to Chippewa Creek Road. Take a left, and the Chippewa Picnic Area parking lot will be immediately to your left.
Learn More About the Brecksville Reservation
While the Chippewa Picnic Area is the quietest and smallest picnic area in the Brecksville Reservation, five other shelters can provide a similar but larger experience with more amenities and activities.
- Meadows Picnic Area
- Oak Grove Picnic Area
- Ottawa Points Picnic Area
- Plateau Picnic Area
- Harriet Keeler Picnic Area
