About 33 miles east of Cleveland, Paine Creek enters the Grand River. Indian Point Park occupies a narrow ridge that separates the two streams, offering views into and across their valleys.
This morning, we parked at the lower lot, where Paine Creek flows past steep cliffs of Devonian shale. Hiking eastward and then northward, we crossed Paine Creek and climbed to the upper lot where the Overlook Trail originates. This trail, 1 mile in length, undulates WNW atop the ridge, eventually yielding views of Paine Creek and the Grand River (see photo) below. Ancient ceremonial mounds occupy the overlook site and a steep stairway descends to the banks of both streams.
Unfortunately, deciduous trees obscured our views on this summer morning and I recommend a late fall or winter visit to best appreciate the regional topography. On the positive side, both streams were high and especially turbulent following last evening's storms.
