Athens Ranger District - Athens Area
Located 70 miles southeast of Columbus, Ohio, the Athens Unit of the Athens Ranger District is home to the Wayne National Forest Welcome Center. From here you can learn about all that the Wayne National Forest has to offer and plan your trip.
Operational Hours:
Offices open 8 am - 4:30 pm, Monday- Saturday from Memorial Day through Labor Day Weekend. Open 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday through the rest of the year.
Recreation Sites
Burr Oak Cove Campground
Site Open
Burr Oak Cove Campground is a small densely wooded campground on the northwest tip of Burr Oak Reservoir in Athens County. The campground has 19 camping units, including walk-in sites which offer…
Monday Creek OHV System
Site Open
The Monday Creek area of the Wayne National Forest provides some excellent opportunities for riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs). This trail system, north of Nelsonville, provides approximately 75…
Rutherford Wetland
Site Open
The Rutherford Wetland includes the Ora E. Anderson Nature Trail. This wetland is 20 acres and is located on the Athens Ranger District, just west of the community of Carbon Hill in eastern Hocking…
Sand Run Pond Picnic Area
Site Open
Picnicking at Sand Run is a popular activity for Wayne National Forest visitors looking for an out-of-the way place to spend the day. Several shady picnic sites offer a relaxing atmosphere for family…
Stone Church Horseback Riding System
Site Open
Named for the skeletal ruins of an old stone church nearby, the Stone Church Horse Trail System provides a great opportunity for scenic riding. Various loops for other distances are available. The…
Wayne National Forest Welcome Center
Site Open
The Wayne National Forest Welcome Center located on U.S. 33 between Nelsonville and Athens, Ohio serves as a reception area for visitors. It is also the office of the Athens Ranger District-Athens…
Wildcat Hollow
Site Open
Welcome to the Wildcat Hollow Hiking Trail. This trail offers two options; a 17.2 mile loop of scenic trail along ridge-tops and stream bottoms, and a short 5-mile loop for day hikes. Both trails…