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Explore 5,000 acres of natural habitats, from oak savanna to wetlands to sand dunes, at the largest Metropark in Toledo. Enjoy camping, cabins, treehouse village, horse trails, ski trails, birdwatching and more.
- Oak Openings Beach Ridge Area
The Oak Openings Preserve Beach Ridge Area is a large...
- Trail List
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- Camping
Camping at Oak Openings. White Oak Campground: This...
- Interactive Map
Highlight Trail Types (All trails are pedestrian-friendly)...
- Oak Openings Beach Ridge Area
Explore the diverse habitats and rare species of the Oak Openings, a hotspot for birdwatching and biodiversity in northwest Ohio. Find out what to look for, where to go, and how to get there in this web page.
Explore the natural diversity and beauty of the Oak Openings Region, a globally significant natural area in northwest Ohio. Visit various parks and preserves with different habitats, wildlife, and activities along the corridor.
A nature preserve in Swanton Township, Ohio, with an oak savanna ecosystem and rare species. Learn about its history, trails, nature center and gallery.
Amazing history, landscape, geology, and plants in a rare gem of a place in the US. Take some time to visit, especially during the bird migration seasons in the spring and fall. I was there in the spring and saw many birds I had never seen before, it really is a special place. Read more.
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Oak Openings Preserve Metro Park. The 5000 acre Oak Openings Preserve is an oak savannah ecosystem characterized by alternating wetlands and vegetated dunes. The 15 mile bridle trail winds through sand dunes, oak savannahs, wet prairies, and pine forests on natural surfaces, mostly sand.