The dog days of summer have rolled in here at East 4th Street! There’s no better time to get outside and experience all the outdoors around us have to offer. Lucky for us here in Cleveland, we have a plethora of options right at our fingertips to get out and enjoy the summertime weather. Spending time in nature is something everyone can bond over - no matter what your interests are. We have so many choices here in CLE, from downtown or just a quick car ride outside the city - whether you enjoy hiking, kayaking, biking or anything in-between there’s plenty of phenomenal options for us all to enjoy.
Looking to cool off on the water? Take a kayak trip on the Cuyahoga River through downtown and make your way to Lake Erie! Enjoy the great views of our city from a whole new perspective. Need to rent a kayak? Check out Great Lakes Watersports in The Flats. If kayaking isn’t your cup of tea, they offer boat rentals as well! If you're looking for a more relaxing way to spend a day on the water, head down to Edgewater Beach! Catch some rays, relax or grab a drink at Edgewater Beach House!
Enjoy a sunny afternoon bike ride or walk on the new Red Line Greenway! Take advantage of two miles of lush greenery with amazing views of CLE. The Red Line Greenway connects so many different communities making it not only a great way to get outdoors, but also an awesome chance to pop-off the trail and experience other wonderful parts of downtown!
If you want to make your way out of downtown for a day - look no further than the short 30 minute trek to Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Before you head out, swing by Citizen Pie Roman Cafe on East 4th Street and grab some grub for a picnic lunch at the park! Hike your way through The Ledges, and be sure to make your way to Bluehen and Brandywine Falls. Make the best of your day away and be sure to explore all that the park has to offer!
There are so many ways to get outside and enjoy summertime here in Cleveland. As summer is quickly going by, there’s no better time to get out and explore everything our city has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a day on the water, or looking to disconnect and make your way through a hiking trail - there are no shortage of amazing outdoor activities here. Living at East 4th Street puts you in the heart of everything CLE has to offer!