This Easy Fall Hike In Ohio Is Under 2 Miles And You’ll Love Every Step You Take
Nothing beats a fall hike in Ohio. (Be sure to check out this list.)
Most people are surprised to find out that Ohio also has a tunnel of trees you can hike through—and it’s simply stunning in the fall. Sugarcreek MetroPark in Bellbrook, Ohio features the Osage Orange Tunnel, and it’s a magical place you need to experience for yourself. Take a look:
Known for its unique trees, this metropark in the Dayton area is an underrated gem. It's home to some beautiful fall foliage, wildflowers and some really, really old trees.
The Osage Orange Tunnel is one of the park's most unique hidden gems. It's an unbelievably beautiful place to stop and think on a quiet evening or sunny day.
To find the tunnel, you'll hike the 1.3-mile Orange Trail.
This fall would be a particularly beautiful time to check out the Osage Orange Tunnel, as the fall foliage will likely make it even more magical.
The tunnel was formed by large arching branches of old Osage orange trees, which were purposefully planted in rows in the late 1800s to serve as a farm fence.
Sugarcreek Metropark is located at 4178 Conference Rd., Bellbrook, OH 45305. Have you ever explored this park or hiked the Orange Trail? If so, share your photos and experiences with us!
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.
