Chestnut Ridge Metro Park

04/28/2026

Spring is blooming! These photos were taken on the Ridge Trail, between the first parking lot (Sandstone Lot) and bottom of the hill where Homesite and Meadows Trails begin. And around 35 species of birds were heard in this section of the trail!

We're in for a cold snap, but be sure to get out and explore The Ridge. Feel free to share what you're seeing out in the park!

03/08/2026

Spring sure feels like it is here! Snowdrops are a reminder that there were once houses, yards, and gardens, with families who lived here.

What signs of spring are you seeing at Chestnut Ridge? Share your photos below! (You can also send them in a dm or email [email protected].)

📷: Ranger Vicki
Alt Text: small, white flowers with thin green leaves. The flowers hang upside down on thin stems.

12/23/2025

Ranger Tom snapped a few photos of the stellar sunset tonight as he closed up Chestnut Ridge. Hope everyone was able to see the gorgeous colors!

11/21/2025

Ages 50+! If you'd like to get your steps in before the Luminary program on Saturday, this is your chance! No need to register.

Metro Parks Adults 50+ Follow the "Metro Parks Adults 50+" page for more programs and events.

**Note: Luminary programs are on Friday Dec 5th and Sat Dec 6th from 5-6:30, self-guided, and only ~1/2 mile walk. The rest of the trail system is closed at dark. See the event on this page for more info.

11/15/2025

The annual Winter Hike Series begins soon! All details are in the graphics in the post. ⬇️

Briefly:
📌 Consider checking out the Outer Spatial app to digitally track your progress!
🖨️ You can download Winter Hike cards and print them! This will be available soon at www.metroparks.net/winter-hikes/
🌛 Chestnut Ridge has 2 nights of lantern walks Friday & Saturday December 6 & 7 5-6:30pm. But remember, you can hike ANY park at ANY time you wish!

If you DO have a winter hike card that needs stamped after December 1st, we have self-serve stamps at the Chestnut Ridge Ranger Station (by the door.)
**Please note Chestnut Ridge's open hours: 6:30am-dark (daily)

Happy Hiking! ☃️🥾

11/06/2025

It has been a gorgeous autumn at Chestnut Ridge and other Metro Parks! Don't worry - you still have a few days to hike and view the colors.

We want to see your pics! Share them below in the comments. ⬇️

📷: Dede Shine

10/22/2025

Join us for this Adults 50+ hike on Sunday November 2, 2025 at 2pm. No registration needed!

Allow approximately 1.5 hours for this hike.

07/29/2025

The mountain biking trails will be closed August 3, 2025, from 9:30am to 4pm for a COMBO race.

Thanks in advance for your understanding!

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01/24/2022

Put on your creative hats! We are looking for help designing out Chestnut Ridge T-shirt! Check out www.friendsmetroparksfriends.org for more details!