I planned since October 2025, for this epic trip. And it did not disappoint us. We made a few changes along the way, but the changes only enhanced the trip.
Lori Jordan
If you want to escape the crowds and experience one of the most picturesque spots in Hocking Hills, Cantwell Cliffs is your destination.
Lori Jordan
Conkle's Hollow, a state nature preserve in the Hocking Hills, cuts one of Ohio's deepest gorges: cliffs over 200 feet, waterfalls, and rim overlooks.
Lori Jordan
Bank Run Metro Park is Columbus's brand-new 22nd Metro Park in Lockbourne. Here's what's open now, what's coming, and where to hike while you wait.
Lori Jordan
The 10 best kid-friendly hiking trails in Ohio — playgrounds, nature centers, farm visits, creek access, and Junior Ranger programs.
Ryan Jordan
Ohio's fall color peaks from mid-October in the northeast to late October in the southern hills. Here are 10 trails I plan my autumn hikes around.
Ryan Jordan
The 10 best dog-friendly hiking trails in Ohio — tested with an actual dog. Metro parks, state parks, river trails, and lake shores.
Ryan Jordan
Schiller Park in Columbus's German Village: a short, flat loop around the city's second-oldest park, with a stocked pond, gardens, and free summer Shakespeare.
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Goodale Park in Columbus's Victorian Village: a flat 2.3-mile loop around one of the oldest U.S. city parks, with a pond, elephant fountain, and skyline views.
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Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus: an 88-acre free public park with 1.1 miles of paved paths, plus a glasshouse of tropical, desert, and Himalayan gardens.
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Pizzurro Park in Gahanna, Ohio: a 23-acre community park on Big Walnut Creek with one of the area's largest fenced dog parks, paved paths, and creek access.
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King's Hollow Tunnel in Zaleski State Forest: a short, eerie half-mile walk along the old Moonville rail line to a 120-foot timber-lined railroad tunnel.
Lori Jordan