Experience the Beauty of Ohio's Majestic Hiking Trails!
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Columbus is home to one of Ohio’s best urban park systems, featuring hundreds of parks, miles of scenic trails, and dozens of nature preserves to discover.
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Enter to win a REI Trail Pack, Hydration System, and Trail Snack Box ($150 value)! Open to US residents 18+.
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Shallenberger State Nature Preserve in Lancaster, Ohio: ancient Black Hand sandstone formations and forested trails. Hike through 300 million years of geology.
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Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve, Ohio: 607 acres of forested hills, ponds & riparian corridors near Hocking Hills. Quieter trails, less crowded. Trail guide.
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Neil Armstrong's Boyhood Home in Wapakoneta, Ohio — a private residence honoring the first man on the moon. Visit the historic neighborhood and his story.
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Mount Craig in NC rises to 6,647 feet — the second-highest peak east of the Mississippi. Hike this challenging summit via Mount Mitchell State Park. Guide.
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Comparing Nelson-Kennedy Ledges, Hocking Hills & Little Rocky Hollow — three of Ohio's top gorge hikes. Find your perfect trail match with our complete guide.
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Comparing Mountain House, Good To-Go, Backpacker's Pantry & Peak Refuel backpacking meals. Tested on Ohio trails — taste, prep time, nutrition & value rated.
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Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park in Portage County, Ohio: 3 miles of trails from easy loops to rugged rock scrambles through dramatic sandstone ledges.
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Hiking Ohio Updates 2026: new trails and destinations added beyond Ohio. State parks, national sites & hidden gems explored with photos, maps & trail guides.
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City of Columbus Nature Preserves — visiting all 25 of Columbus's urban nature gems. Trail guides, directions & what to expect at each preserve. Hiking guide.
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First Snowfall 2025: Hiking Big Walnut Park in Columbus, Ohio after November snow — peaceful winter trails and scenic views. Photo hiking guide inside.
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