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Lakewood Park
There's something about a city's skyline that will always grab people's attention. At every craft show there is some photographer with cityscapes. Go to a popular gallery and there will most likely be images of downtown Cleveland. They're classic and never seem to go out of style. But where are they going to capture those stunning images? Are these secret locations only accessed by a select few? Nah. There are plenty of great places to scope the Cleveland skyline that are easy to get to and are on public property. So pack up your camera and hop in the car. Here is a short list of the most popular locations to view our fair city.
Lakewood Park
When you get here, you'll say, "I've seen this on a postcard!" Lakewood Park is located at the intersection of Lake Road and Belle in (you guessed it) Lakewood, which is a short drive West of Cleveland. Right on Lake Erie, the park has perhaps the most photographed view of downtown.
When you arrive, there's plenty of parking and walk toward the lake. On the Northeast corner of the park, follow the walkway that zigzags down to the lakefront. Head to your right and you can't miss the view. It's a spectacular view of the Erie coastline as it disappears in the distance. Feel the cool breeze off the water and soak in the sights. Click here for a map.
Cliff Drive, Edgewater Park
Cliff Drive / Edgewater Park
Just West of downtown on the lake is Edgewater Park. There's a small beach, plenty of gazebos for picnics and huge open grassy fields popular among kite enthusiasts. The best view is from Cliff Drive on the Western end of the park. This quaint street straddles the shoreline with luxurious homes on one side and a cliff dropping down to lake erie on the other. Beautiful! Click here for a map.
Whiskey Island
Whiskey Island / Wendy Park
Whiskey Island is a hidden gem right on the lake and is so close to downtown. It's near the West bank of the flats on the Cuyahoga River, yet is inaccessible there because of industries and a major railroad. It hasn't caught on because it can only be accessed by one nondescript two lane road all the way by Edgewater Park. If you're heading on the shoreway, take the Edgewater Park exit. Instead of heading into the park or the yacht club, hang a right. This takes you back East towards the direction of downtown. There's a small sign for Whiskey Island and Wendy Park to veer to the right. Keep going and you'll pass a smelly water treatment plant on the left. Keep going straight to the end.
There's a marina, sand volleyball courts, a great casual restaurant called Sunset Grille, and Wendy Park has plenty of green space to explore. It's amazing how all of this is so close to downtown, yet unknown to many. The skyline view is spectacular, yet is also a look into Cleveland's industrial history. Perhaps the best part of this view is the huge railroad bridge. This massive metal structure lifts for large boats traveling the Cuyahoga River and lowers for trains that cross the bridge. Click here for a map.
Riverbed Street, West Bank of the Flats
Riverbed Street
The Riverbed Street view is popular among the local TV stations. It's down on the West Bank of the Flats where Riverbed intersects with Elm Street.
It is here at a small park along the Cuyahoga River that has the most dynamic look at downtown Cleveland. They jut upward into the sky with the Veteran's Memorial Bridge angling in. Click here for a map.
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University Road, Tremont
University Road / Tremont
University Road is located on Tremont's Northern edge. There is no stunning view of the lake, but captures the gritty urban valley which is the heart of Cleveland. With industry on both sides, the Cuyahoga River snakes it's way through the city. The innerbelt bridge expands across the valley and wraps around downtown. The other views might be slick, but this is the real Cleveland. Click here for a map.
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