The Beautiful Bog Trail In Ohio That Will Lead You On An Unforgettable Adventure
With cooler temperatures on the way and humidity on its way out the door, we’re entering the best time to go outdoor exploring in the Buckeye State.
Fortunately, Ohio is home to several state parks with plenty of hiking trails. Ohio is also home to some pretty incredible nature preserves as well. If you’re looking for a truly unique trail to hike, Cedar Bog Nature Preserve in Urbana, Ohio is a hidden gem you’ll love to explore. From the wildlife to the landscape, there’s a lot to experience here. Take a look:
Preserving more than 400 acres in Champaign County, this hidden gem of a nature preserve is a little out of the way—but definitely worth the drive.
Please note: There is a $5 per person entry fee to visit Cedar Bog Nature Preserve. The preserve is operated by the non-profit Cedar Bog Association and is owned by the Ohio History Connection.
The newly renovated boardwalk makes exploring the preserve almost effortless. The boardwalk is open daily from dawn to dusk, except during deer hunting season.
There's also an onsite Education Center, where you can learn all about the bog's history, landscape and wildlife. It's open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. from February to mid-November.
At the bog, you'll likely forget you're in Ohio. The sedge meadows, wildflowers and rare plants make an enchanting setting.
For more information about the preserve or to schedule a tour, click here.
Cedar Bog Nature Preserve is located at 980 Woodburn Rd., Urbana, OH 43078. Have you ever explored this beautiful nature preserve before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!
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.
