Discover Ohio's Garden of Eden in the Oak Openings
Ohio's northwest hides a treasure trove of rare plants and animals. See it on this overnight trip.
Ohio Trails
Ohio, located in the midwestern U.S., is comprised mostly of rolling hills and valleys, especially in the Allegheny Plateau stretching across the southern and eastern parts of the state.
Ohio is also home to Cuyahoga Valley National Park, a refuge for native plants and wildlife between the major cities of Akron and Cleveland.
If You Think the Hiking in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is Bad, Then You Haven’t Gone Deep Enough
Ohio is the last place you'd expect to discover an off-trail wonderland. But in Cuyahoga Valley, where cross-country hiking is allowed, finding the good stuff takes a little bit of work.
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Hike the Donut Trail
Because it's a trail, with donuts. Do we really need to convince you?
Find Fantasyland—in Ohio
Yes, this waterfall is real, and it's closer than you think.
Weekends: Archer's Fork Loop, Ohio
Avoid winter a little longer on this fall hike through an Appalachian region.
Columbus, OH: Old Mans Cave Loop
This beautiful 5.1-mile loop in Hocking Hills State Park runs along a tight sandstone gorge to waterfalls, caves, and funky rock formations.
Cincinnati: E Trail
This 8.4-mile out-and-back--just 10 minutes from downtown--connects a handful of wooded hills and stream-carved valleys in Mt. Airy Forest.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park: Ledges and Pine Grove Loops
Enjoy a quick escape from the urban jungle any time of year on this 4.1-mile figure eight with calming views of the park's rolling meadows and hills.
Cleveland, OH: Hemlock Gorge to Lyons Falls
This 9-mile out-and-back slices across Mohican State Park along a 300-foot deep sandstone gorge to the launch pads of two impressive waterfalls.
Columbus, OH: North Zaleski Loop
Dare to hike here: On his 18.4-mile overnight, you'll pass vacant mines and farms to enter land allegedly guarded by a ghostly brakeman.
Columbus: Scioto Trail State Forest Loop
This 11.2-mile loop traces an old Shawnee trail over ragged foothills, across view-laden ridges, and into quiet, wooded hollows with darting streams.
Columbus: Clifton Gorge
Watch the Little Miami River transform from calm to violent in a deep limestone chasm on this 5.2-mile dayhike in John Bryan State Park.
Columbus: Zaleski Backpack Trail (South Loop)
This 11.7-mile loop is loaded with backcountry treats: an old mining town, Indian ceremonial grounds, abandoned roads, stellar ridgeline views, and several designated campsites.
Cincinnati: Redwing Trail Loop
Flowers? Check. Wildlife? Yep. Good trails? You bet. This easy loop in Rowe Woods packs a lot in 4.9 miles, and it’s just a short drive from the I-275 loop.
Columbus: Ridge-Creekside Loop
This 5-mile circuit hike offers rugged cliffs, gentle creeks, and the chance to see dozens of the 900-plus species within Clear Creek Metro Park.
Columbus, OH: Wildcat Hollow Hiking Trail
Roam wild hollows and hills to cozy campsites strewn with pine needles on this little-known 15.2-mile loop in Wayne National Forest.
Cincinnati: Taylorsville Loop
Get far away from it all on this 4-mile loop through wooded ravines and giant rock outcroppings abutting the Great Miami River.
Cleveland, OH: Tappan Lake Loop
Walk among beech and pine on this easy 3.6-mile hike to views of the 2,350-acre reservoir. Bring your swimsuit.
Cincinnati: Trail Ridge Loop
City life getting dull? Just minutes from downtown, this 3.8-mile rollercoaster loop follows the steep ravines and trickling streams of Mt. Airy Forest.
Cleveland, OH: Hemlock Gorge Ridge Loop
On this 11.9-mile loop in Mohican State Park, stride past waterfalls, up ridgetops, and along streams to a water-carved gorge with 300-foot walls.