Discover Hubbard

In Hubbard, you’ll encounter different sides of the town: the history of the McBride House, the wide range of recreational activities at Harding Park, and golf at Pine Lakes. When planning your trip, you can weigh whether you’re especially interested in local history, activities in the park, or golf.

A house connected to the town’s early history

The McBride House at 27 Hager St. was built in 1883. The property originally belonged to Samuel Tylee, Hubbard’s first settler. The house was sold to John McBride in 1909; since 1997, it has been home to the Hubbard Historical Society. The dates tell of several milestones: from early land ownership to the house’s construction and sale, and finally its present role as the historical society’s home.

Those interested in Hubbard’s past will find a tangible connection to local history here. The house is associated with more than just one event: the name Samuel Tylee points to the town’s early settlement, while the 1883 construction and the 1909 sale add to the later history of the property.

Harding Park: Recreation and a wide range of activities

Harding Park’s history began with a land donation: in 1922, Jacob Kalver gave the village of Hubbard a 37.6-acre property. It was intended for a park and public recreational activities. The name “Harding Park” was to be kept permanently. This history gives the park a distinct connection to the town.

Amenities include rental pavilions with restrooms and equipment, covered shelters, a wedding pagoda, and a bandstand. There is also a scout cabin, a fitness trail, and several playground areas. For exercise and sports, there are volleyball and bocce courts, horseshoe pits, baseball and soccer fields, as well as tennis and pickleball courts. Permanent outdoor grills and public restrooms are also among the park’s amenities. The balls and horseshoes required for the bocce courts and horseshoe pits are not included.

The variety makes the park an option for different interests: families can consider the playground areas, while sports offerings range from bocce and volleyball to tennis and soccer. Those planning a get-together can also consider renting a pavilion or using the covered shelters. The wedding pagoda and bandstand add further distinctive places to the park’s range of facilities.

Music in the park and golf at Pine Lakes

“Music in the Park” is a free concert series at Harding Park. The concerts take place on Sundays from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. This gives you a specific time window to consider when planning; attending a concert offers a different focus from the park’s sports activities.

Golf enthusiasts can explore Pine Lakes Golf Club as another aspect of Hubbard. This privately operated public golf course has 18 holes. Pine Lakes’ PGA-approved practice facility includes seven target greens with 14 pin positions, sand bunkers, and bent-grass teeing areas. There are also 23 heated, covered hitting bays and a lighted driving range. The practice facility is open year-round.

Instruction is also part of the offering: Pine Lakes’ PGA instructors provide group and individual lessons, clinics, and golf schools for all ages. This lets you choose between different learning formats rather than viewing golf only as an on-course activity. Whether you’re interested in a practice session, instruction, or other offerings in Hubbard depends on what you want to focus on during your trip.

Hubbard as a starting point for planning your trip

When choosing a vacation rental in Hubbard, you can first weigh your interests: local history, park amenities, the Sunday concert series, and golf each offer a different focus. If you’re planning a trip with children, the several playground areas and variety of sports activities at Harding Park are specific points to consider. For golf, there is an 18-hole course, a year-round practice facility, and lessons for all ages. This way, you can choose your destination based on the activities that matter to you and your travel companions.

You can also find more local ideas in Newton Falls, Warren, Churchill, Howland Center, Girard, and Mineral Ridge.

For the broader travel overview: Trumbull County.