Observatory Park

Ron Bodamer

To be completely transparent, I have never been here during the day. I cannot comment on the building interiors, their attractions, staff or cleanliness. That being said, this is absolutely one of the best spots in NE Ohio for stargazing. Granted, if you live in the surrounding Montville area then I guess you can just walk outside and get the same views. But for those of us in suburbia or more populated areas with much more light pollution, this is your spot. Whether you come here to shoot the stars, for a date night stroll or just to enjoy the view, your eyes will thank you. The walking trails throughout the park are gravel and there is random seating available along said trails. The center of the park is tall grass. Be sure you are prepared to come here. Check the weather for cloud cover. It’s also best to come during a new moon so you get the least light pollution possible. Finally, bring some bug spray for the warmer months. Oh and one more thing, be prepared to lose track of time. It’s easy to do here.

Larry

Awesome place for a day trip , plenty of info to read about, and decent path to walk around. I've also been told it's a great place to star gaze

Ryan Ponn

As a photographer, this park is fantastic! Between the different birds fluttering around and the lush green forest along its main trail, you never run out of photos to take. The restroom facilities are immaculate compared to other parks in the area and the park has several informative, educational, and just plain cool subjects such as sculptures and sundials. It's definitely a cost effective destination for family fun and lone patrons the same.

Justin Dolvin

I love this park. I come here fairly often and have turned a lot of people onto it. There's a great open trail with information on all the planets and some other cool features. There's also a nice long wooded trail off the main circuit. …