For nearly a century, Hinckley Lake Spillway has offered swimming at the lower part of the 87-acre Hinckley Lake. In 2025, Cleveland Metroparks completed the rehabilitation of Hinckley Dam, reopening guarded swimming during the summer season.
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Hinckley Reservation
Hinckley Township, OH
- Driving Directions
- 440-331-8111
Rules/Regulations
- Obey Lifeguard instructions at all times
- No swimming when red beach flags are posted due to weather/safety conditions
- No swimming in unauthorized areas
- No diving
- Supervise children at all times
- No pets on the beach or in the water
- No flotation devices (only U.S. coast guard approved life jackets allowed)
- No fishing near designated swimming areas
- No snorkels or scuba equipment
- Keep off rocks (ORD 525.01)
- No fires or grills on beach
Nearby Attractions
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Hinckley Spillway Trailhead
Hinckley Lake & The Spillway are now open! -
Hinckley Lake
Hinckley Lake, located in Hinckley Reservation, is bounded by Bellus Road to the north, State Road to the south and is part of the Rocky River Watershed and sits between East and West drives. The lake... -
Hinckley Lake Boat Launch
The Hinckley Lake Boat Launch is located near the boathouse parking lot off West Drive.