The One Incredible Trail That Spans The Entire State Of Ohio
By April Dray|Published March 10, 2018
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April Dray
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April is the Ohio staff writer for Only in Your State. She is an Ohio native with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. With more than 10 years of writing experience and a background in news reporting for Ohio newspapers, she's published pieces in multiple print and online publications. When she's not on deadline or chasing after her toddler, she's hunting for hidden gems in Ohio or getting lost in a good book.
With the spring season on the way, you’re probably itching to get outside and explore. (Be sure to check out this list of easy, short trails to hike.)
There’s one trail in Ohio, however, that offers the ultimate adventure. It loops around the entire state, featuring every type of landscape, wildlife and scenery there is to experience in Ohio. The Buckeye Trail is every nature enthusiast’s and hiker’s dream come true. It’s an incredible trail that belongs at the top of your bucket list. Take a look:
Spanning a total of 1,444 miles, The Buckeye Trail lets you experience a little bit of everything that Ohio has to offer. Just follow the blue blazes and start wherever you like.
Whether you choose to take a short hike along a portion of the Buckeye Trail or backpack your way through the entire length of it, please be sure to follow the Leave No Trace principles.
The best part about hiking The Buckeye Trail is the variety of scenery you'll experience along the way. You'll see everything from the beaches of Lake Erie...
According to The Buckeye Trail Associaiton's website, "a single (blue) blaze marks the trail where the route is fairly straight or obvious, while a double blaze marks a turn with the upper blaze offset to indicate the new direction. A double blaze with no offset simply means pay attention – the trail route may not be obvious."
No matter what season you choose to hike or what portion of the trail you choose to explore, The Buckeye Trail will make you fall in love with the beauty of Ohio all over again.
