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Ohio State Parks showcase the state’s scenic beauty and provide more than 1,000 miles of forest trails and 70 sparkling lakes where visitors can hike, bike, boat, swim, fish, hunt or just relax and enjoy nature.
Mar 19, 2024 · Whether you’re seeking outdoor recreation near Cleveland, campsites that aren’t too far from Dayton, or a relaxing time with friends and family on the Great Lakes, these are the 16 best state parks in Ohio for any occasion.
Aug 17, 2022 · Choose from 1,000 miles of trails to explore, beaches and boating facilities for fun on the water, cozy campgrounds, cabins and lodges for comfortable stays, and special events and nature programs to make your stay memorable.
May 3, 2023 · The parks that are in the diverse geographic regions in Ohio offer some of the best outdoor adventures in the state, from wilderness hiking, disc golf, canoeing, and paddleboarding to snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and bird-watching.
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park
- Leo Petroglyph Site
- Worden’s Ledges
- Whipp’s Ledges
- Malabar Farm State Park
- Mohican State Park
- Headlands Beach State Park
- Hocking Hills
- Magee Marsh Wildlife Area
- Maumee Bay State Park
Ohio’s first and only national park covers 50 square miles between Cleveland and Akron. One of the highlights of the park is the 20-mile Towpath Trail, a bike path along the Ohio and Erie Canal. You can bike one way and take the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroadback to your starting point. There are also great hiking trails, waterfalls, and historic ...
Just outside the village of Leo in southeast Ohio, there is a petroglyph site featuring 37 rock carvings of humans and animals. The Leo Petroglyphscan easily be seen on a short walk from the nearby parking lot, so you don’t need to allocate a lot of time here. However, there is a one-mail trail that loops around the top of the gorge, if you are loo...
Worden’s Ledgesare located in the Hinckley Reservation of Cleveland Metroparks. This is both a natural attraction and a quirky roadside attraction. The Worden family homestead stood at this site until 2017, but the ledges and their unique carvings remain for visitors to see. Following a nearby trail for about one mile, you’ll see all kinds of uniqu...
Another interesting spot in the Hinckley Reservation is Whipp’s Ledges. Popular with rock climbers, Whipp’s Ledges are known more for their natural beauty than the artistic transformation of nearby Worden’s Ledges. Even if you prefer to keep your feet on the ground and leave rock climbing to others, Whipp’s Ledges is a great spot for a hike near Cl...
Malabar Farm State Parkis a local favorite spot for our family. There are 12 miles of trails for hiking, including the hike to the top of Mt. Jeez, one of the highest points in the county. There is a primitive campground if you want to spend the night and enjoy the park after the tourists go home. This location is ideal for RVer’s who enjoy off-the...
The Mohican regionis known as the Camp and Canoe Capital of Ohio. At the center of the region is Mohican State Park, which is located on the south end of Pleasant Hill Lake. Surrounded by the Mohican-Memorial State Forest, there are outdoor activities year-round in Mohican State Park. In addition to camping at the state park campground, you’ll find...
If the outdoors for you means sandy shores and lapping waves, then Ohio’s longest natural beachis the perfect outdoor spot for you. You’ll have a hard time believing you’re in Ohio when you visit Headlands Beach State Park and the adjacent Headlands Dunes State Nature Preserve. There’s even a lighthouse and maritime museum here! Address: 9601 Headl...
The Hocking Hills regionsurrounding Hocking Hills State Park near Athens is an outdoor adventure paradise. The State Park features over 20 miles of hiking trails, tons of cool waterfalls, and interesting rock formations. The greater Hocking Hills region offers camping, tons of cabin rentals, and outdoor activities such as horseback riding, rappelin...
Between Toledo and Sandusky on the shores of Lake Erie, Magee Marsh draws birds and birders in great numbers every year. Specifically, the North American warblers stop here each spring during their migration route. Mid-May is the best time to visit Magee Marsh, although wildlife can be spotted here year-round. Address: Oak Harbor, OH 43449
Another great outdoor spot along Lake Erie near Toledo is Maumee Bay State Park. With one of Ohio’s state park lodgeson-site, it’s easy to spend an entire weekend at Maumee Bay. The best part of visiting Maumee Bay State Park is the two-mile boardwalkthat winds through meadows, swampland, and marshes, right next to the lodge. Note: The boardwalk is...
Feb 26, 2021 · Whether your neighborhood is urban, suburban or rural, your next outdoor excursion is just a short drive away. From the shores of Lake Erie to the rugged terrain of the Mohican region, Ohio's state park system offers a diverse range of landscapes and activities.
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