Status: Open - DAWN TO DUSK
Buccaneer Metropark
ABOUT
Buccaneer Metropark is the newest addition to Ashtabula County Metroparks, located on the site of the former Buccaneer Campsites. Operated by the Buchan family for nearly 60 years, the property includes more than 260 acres of woodland, meadows, wetlands, and nearly a mile of Mill Creek. Its preservation was made possible through a partnership with Western Reserve Land Conservancy, ensuring the land remains protected for conservation and future recreation.
Today, the property is divided into two parcels: a 36-acre area with the former campground infrastructure, and a 230-acre section dedicated to passive public use. While full development into a traditional park is still in progress, the land now provides important natural habitat and open space along Ashtabula’s lakeshore corridor.
Amenities
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Trails & Access: Undeveloped walking paths and open natural areas; future trails and access points to be designated.
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Nature Highlights: Lake Erie shoreline corridor, forest and meadow habitats, wetlands, and Mill Creek frontage.
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Recreation: Passive recreation opportunities such as nature observation, photography, and informal walking.
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Facilities: Former campground infrastructure present on a small portion of the property; 2 open-air shelters and one enclosed lodge with a formal opening for the park in the spring of 2026
HOURS
Open - Dawn to Dusk