There are so many storybook places in Ohio to explore, from old-growth forests and whimsical waterfalls to woodland-themed playgrounds and real-life castles. Today’s feature destination is a humble Ohio state park that’s home to a storybook trail that’s as accessible and enchanting for adults as it is for kids.

Located in Ohio's Bluegrass region -- one of the state's most scenic and interesting areas -- Adams Lake State Park has much to offer nature enthusiasts.
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Remnant prairies and a quiet lake can be enjoyed in this small-but-mighty 50-acre park that's generally quiet and peaceful (save for the ducks, of course!).
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Recently, the park added a half-mile "storybook trail" to the mix, making it all the more inviting for Buckeye State families.
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The new trail features “Wonder Walkers” by Micha Archer and tells the story of siblings who create their own story about the Earth. It's a wonderful way to get kids excited about the Great Outdoors; the kind of walk that inspires curiosity and imagination.
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To be fair, there's always been a magical quality to this park, with its babbling, lily-pad-covered waters and waddling water bird residents.
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Adams Lake State Park is the kind of place where you can let your imagination run wild, marveling over the larger-than-life lilies, croaking frogs, and fearless ducks who patrol the premises in search of their next snack -- don't feed them, though!
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So the addition of a storybook trail at this Ohio state park? Well, it fits right in and makes the entire experience all the more fanciful and fantastic.
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Have you walked the storybook trail at this Ohio state park before? What a fun little adventure! Visit the Adams Lake State Park website to learn more and plan your next adventure.

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Adams Lake State Park, 14633 State Rte 41, West Union, OH 45693, USA