Ohio Parks Archives

A Little Nature: Visiting Hayden Run Falls

May 30, 2023May 13, 2023Sheri Rarick Comment

Visiting Hayden Run Falls in Dublin is the right place to get a little dose of nature. The park is just two acres but has a boardwalk trail and 35 foot waterfall.

Golden doodle dog standing on a dock with water in the background.

Prairie Oaks Doggie Beach in Columbus

May 16, 2023May 8, 2023Sheri Rarick

We were looking for something fun for our dog and found Prairie Oaks doggie beach, part of the Columbus Metro Parks system. The water is clear, the bottom is gravel (not mud) and there’s a great dock for your dock-diving dog!

Gallipolis in Lights

December 5, 2022December 5, 2022Sheri Rarick

The Gallipolis City Park on the banks of the Ohio River lights up for Gallipolis in Lights during the holiday season. Parking and admission are free.

Ash Cave Provides a Handicapped Accessible Hike in Ohio

June 14, 2022May 31, 2022findingohio

Ash Cave provides a handicapped accessible hike in Ohio. The short route and wide, paved trail will allow everyone to see the cave.

a young woman and her dog pose on a bridge while hiking

Enjoying the Hocking Hills with Dogs

May 17, 2022May 16, 2022findingohio

Hiking the Hocking Hills with dogs is a great way to explore the park. You’ll need to make sure you’re prepared. Bring plenty of water and towels and read up on the rules ahead of time. But your pup will enjoy hiking as much as you do!

Hiking in Western Ohio

March 8, 2022March 8, 2022findingohio

Are you looking for adventures hiking in western Ohio? Follow along as we visit Indian Mound Reserve and John Bryan State Park.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

July 13, 2021February 14, 2022findingohio 1

Cuyahoga Valley National Park near Cleveland is Ohio’s only national park. There is so much to do including hiking, biking, kayaking and more. You can even ride a train around the park. We decided to explore the Ledges trail and visit Brandywine Falls.

Highbanks Metro Park

June 16, 2021June 16, 2021findingohio

Join us on a hike through Central Ohio’s Highbanks Metro Parks. We hiked one of the parks pet friendly trails with our dog Pumpkin. We also discovered Brood X cicadas were all over the park.

A Winter Hike in Lancaster Ohio

January 26, 2021January 26, 2021findingohio 2

Rising Park in Lancaster, Ohio is the perfect spot for a winter hike. Just of the parking lot, Mount Pleasant is a short (but strenuous) hike to a beautiful view of Lancaster.