Cleveland Metroparks is a nationally recognized and accredited park system, spanning more than 24,000 acres across Northeast Ohio. It includes 18 park reservations, more than 300 miles of trails, eight golf courses, eight lakefront parks, dining and retail venues, and nationally acclaimed Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Founded in 1917, Cleveland Metroparks draws approximately 18 million annual visitors, and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo annually ranks as one of the most popular year-round attractions in Northeast Ohio. Cleveland Metroparks is an Award Winner of the NorthCoast 99 "Best Places to work in Northeast Ohio” for 13 consecutive years. Cleveland Metroparks Mission Statement Cleveland Metroparks will conserve significant natural resources and enhance people’s lives by integrating high-quality outdoor education, recreation and zoological opportunities into people’s lives.