This spring, you should make a point to get out and explore the little-known parts of your state. You’ll likely be surprised by what you’ll find, learn, and the beauty there is to photograph.

Few people know there’s a little-known field of wildflowers that’s been untouched for centuries. Bigelow Pioneer Cemetery State Nature Preserve is a true Ohio gem hiding in Irwin and a nature lover’s dream come true. This serene state nature preserve preserves wildflowers, tombstones, prairie species and Ohio history. To learn more about the origins of this hidden spot, watch the short video below:

Bigelow Pioneer Cemetery State Nature Preserve is located at 600 Rosedale Rd., Irwin, OH 43029. Have you ever been here before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

For more wildflower adventures in Ohio, check out our previous article: This Easy Wildflower Hike In Ohio Will Transport You Into A Sea Of Color.

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