Ohio
Looking for the best hiking in Ohio? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Ohio. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Ohio
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Dayton, Ohio
Hike at Bill Yeck Park
5.03 mi / 177 ft gainTake the whole family out on an afternoon adventure to Bill Yeck Park! This park has over 6 miles of hiking trails, spanning all levels of difficulty and terrain, including pavement, crushed gravel, mowed grass, and dirt paths. They range from 0.5 miles (red trail) to 3.0 miles (yellow trail), w...Read more -
Logan, Ohio
Old Man's Cave and Ash Cave via Buckeye Trail
4.89.42 mi / 1060 ft gainOld Man's Cave and Ash Cave via Buckeye Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes to two scenic caves in Hocking Hills State Park located near South Bloomingville, Ohio. This trail is dog friendly on-leash.Read more -
Peninsula, Ohio
Kendall Lake Loop Trail and Salt Run Trail
5.04.27 mi / 597 ft gainKendall Lake Loop Trail and Salt Run Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Peninsula, Ohio.Read more -
Sugarcreek Township, Ohio
Trail Run at Sweet Arrow Reserve
4.03.1 mi / 164 ft gainLike forests? Like fields? How bout running in them? If so, this is the park for you! There's a map at the parking lot to help you navigate each trail and plan your route. The parking lot also has plenty of space and a porta-john. Trails are short, but you can mix and match them to create the dis...Read more -
New Plymouth, Ohio
Zaleski Extended Loop
5.016.5 mi / 2231 ft gainZaleski Extended Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Mc Arthur, Ohio.Read more -
Lewis Center, Ohio
Out of Africa Trail
3.15 mi / 131 ft gainOut of Africa Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Galena, Ohio.Read more -
Rockbridge, Ohio
Conkle's Hollow Gorge Trail
5.01.17 mi / 243 ft gainConkle's Hollow Gorge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Rockbridge, Ohio.Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Climb at Mad River Gorge
1 miJust a short hike down from the parking lot lies a half mile of cliffside full of climbing opportunities! Plenty of variety for different skill levels, although someone in your group will need to lead climb to set up the route first. There are hooks already in place on each route, and you are not...Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Hike the Stone's Throw Trail
4.00.8 miThis 0.4 trail is tiny but mighty! It is hidden up the hill from the CJ Brown Reservoir Visitor Center, and leads down a small wooded path to a less accessed part of the lake. This is a common spot for birdwatching, and a favorite place for Springfield's elusive Great Blue Herons. Follow the p...Read more -
Logan, Ohio
Upper Falls Hocking Hills State Park
5.00.13 mi / 10 ft gainThis .13 mile hike crosses a beautiful bridge that's one of the most-photographed features in Hocking Hills. This awesome trail system is perfect for families and people who want to be spontaneous because there are many routes to choose from as you go. The trailThis short hike is close to the pa...Read more -
Yellow Springs, Ohio
Glen Helen Nature Preserve Loop
2.77 mi / 367 ft gainGlen Helen is located just next to downtown Yellow Springs, a small but well-known town popular for its eclectic and artistic community. This preserve was set to close permanently in 2020 due to lack of funding, but the former owner Antioch College sold the preserve to the Glen Helen Association ...Read more -
Madison, Ohio
Hemlock Ridge Loop Trail
4.00.74 mi / 98 ft gainHemlock Ridge Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Madison, Ohio.Read more -
Springfield, Ohio
Explore the History of George Rogers Clark Park
5.0The George Rogers Clark Park has over 6 miles of nature hiking trails as well as a fishing pond. There are large A-frames at several points in the park to set up for the afternoon and grill some hotdogs, and plenty of field space to lay out some blankets and break out the picnic basket. The bigge...Read more -
Peninsula, Ohio
Plateau Trail
5.04.56 mi / 607 ft gainPlateau Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Peninsula, Ohio.Read more -
Logan, Ohio
Lower Falls Loop via Buckeye Trail
5.01.22 mi / 171 ft gainThis 1.2-mile trail has minimal elevation gain and leads to Lower Falls. This waterfall flows the most in the spring, especially after a snowy winter, and can dry up around July during dry summers. What's the trail like?The loop has a one-way path, making it easier for people to get in and out. ...Read more -
Peninsula, Ohio
Wetmore Outer Loop
5.06.32 mi / 673 ft gainWetmore Outer Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Peninsula, Ohio.Read more