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1. Hocking Hills State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Hocking Hills State Park
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2. Augusta-Ann Olsen State Nature Preserve ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Augusta-Ann Olsen State Nature Preserve
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3. Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserves

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Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserves
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4. Brookside Reservation

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Brookside Reservation
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5. Burr Oak State Park

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Burr Oak State Park
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6. Caesar Creek State Park

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Caesar Creek State Park
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7. Christmas Rocks State Nature Preserve

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Christmas Rocks State Nature Preserve
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8. Clear Creek Metro Park

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Clear Creek Metro Park
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9. Cuyahoga Valley National Park

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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10. Glen Helen Nature Preserve

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Glen Helen Nature Preserve
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11. Great Seal State Park

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Great Seal State Park
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12. Arc of Appalachia Preserve

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Arc of Appalachia Preserve
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13. Indian Lake State Park

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Indian Lake State Park
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14. John Bryan State Park

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John Bryan State Park
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15. Lake Hope State Park

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Lake Hope State Park
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16. Lake Katharine State Nature Preserve

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Lake Katharine State Nature Preserve
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17. Lamping Homestead at Wayne National Forest

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Lamping Homestead at Wayne National Forest
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18. Mill Creek Park

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Mill Creek Park
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19. Mohican State Park

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Mohican State Park
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20. Nelson Ledges State Park

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Nelson Ledges State Park
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21. Quail Hollow State Park

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22. Shawnee State Forest

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Shawnee State Forest
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23. Slate Run Park

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Slate Run Park
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24. Strouds Run State Park

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Strouds Run State Park
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25. Zaleski State Forest

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Zaleski State Forest
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

If you love the great outdoors, Ohio is an excellent place to be. The state has been blessed with a beautiful and diverse landscape as well as an incredible variety of plant and animal species. The state boasts hiking trails to suit all ages and abilities. Many of the park hiking spots offer other recreational opportunities as well, including lakes for swimming and fishing, picnic facilities, and even golf courses.


Ohio Weather by Month

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 35 20 2.5 Cold & Snowy
February 40 25 2.2 Cold & Snowy
March 50 30 3.0 Chilly & Rainy
April 65 40 3.5 Mild & Rainy
May 75 50 4.0 Pleasant
June 82 60 4.5 Warm & Humid
July 85 65 4.0 Hot & Humid
August 82 62 3.5 Warm & Humid
September 72 48 3.0 Mild & Pleasant
October 60 35 2.5 Cool & Crisp
November 45 28 2.0 Chilly & Rainy
December 35 20 2.0 Cold & Snowy

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