Yellow Springs, Ohio
Top Spots in and near Yellow Springs
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Spindler Road Starting Point, Ohio
Hike the Mudsock Trail
4.01.5 mi / 0 ft gainThis trail begins at a dog park and meanders alongside farm fields and creeks. Stay to the right at the first fork to begin the Mudsock Trail. The second fork in the trail results in a loop that meets up with itself and continues on. Depending on the amount of plant growth/season, there is a trai...Read more -
Loveland, Ohio
Loveland Nature Trail
5.00.83 mi / 39 ft gainLoveland Nature Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Loveland, Ohio.Read more -
Plain City, Ohio
Run the Ironweed Trail in Glacier Ridge Metro Park
4.02.8 miFrom the main entrance on the north side of the park, the Ironweed Trail connects the northern, more wooded section of the park with the wetlands to the south. This 2.8 mile one-way trail is paved, making cycling, running, and hiking an easy activity. The topography of the park also makes it easy...Read more -
Plain City, Ohio
Conquer the Glacier Ridge Challenge Course
0.25 miThis quarter mile course is perfect for those looking for athletic competition, fun challenges, or ninja training. It is located adjacent to the parking lots in the main area of Glacier Ridge Metro Park, so there will always be plenty of parking for your group. There are water fountains at the be...Read more -
Dublin, Ohio
Photograph Hayden Run Falls
2.0A great evening getaway while in Columbus, Hayden Run Falls is easy to access. The path to the falls is a well-maintained boardwalk above the floodplain of the Scioto River, just a little over a 0.1 mile in length. The boardwalk takes you right up to the very foot of the 35 foot tall waterfall, a...Read more -
Scioto River, Ohio
Fly Fish the Scioto River in Columbus
Urban fly fishing, a unique and exciting way to explore any city. Whether it is for bass, trout, carp, or panfish almost every city has a pond or river that offers the chance to connect with nature and experience nearby adventures. The Scioto River in Columbus, Ohio is just one of four major rive...Read more -
Dublin, Ohio
Photograph Indian Run Falls
4.01 miIndian Run Falls is a family friendly destination for the metro lifestyle. Sitting just outside downtown Dublin, the falls are easily accessible from the nearby parking lot, with the roar of the fall audible as soon as you get out of your car. For those seeking a hike, there is a 1/2 mile trail t...Read more -
Sharonville, Ohio
Hike the Sharon Woods Gorge Trail
1.8 mi / 50 ft gainSharon Woods Metro Park is located just northeast of Cincinnati in Hamilton County. To visit this park it is $3 for a day permit for residents of Hamilton County or $5 for a day permit for non-residents. When you enter the park, take the first left on the road before you cross a bridge over the ...Read more -
Grove City, Ohio
Hike through Scioto Grove Metro Park
4.07 miNew in May 2016, the Scioto Grove Metro Park has about 600 acres of land in Grove City, OH. There are more than 7 total miles of connecting trails as well as picnic areas and jungle gyms.Easy to navigate, there are park maps at all major trail junctions, which makes this hike enjoyable for all. ...Read more -
Huntsville, Ohio
Hike the Pew Island Trail, Indian Lake
1 miI hiked this trail on a very cold, blustery day. A winter storm was blowing in across the ice and temperatures were downright frigid. Nevertheless, this trail was enjoyable and offered some great views of the lake. It is a very easy one mile loop and has a couple of side trails for fishing and hu...Read more