Hiking

There are approximately 300 miles of trails open to hiking and backpacking on the Wayne National Forest. The Forest has options for all types of hikers, allowing for a quick few miles to multi-day expeditions. Whatever your wander, you'll find it on the Forest.

Choose which type of hiking you would like from the menu above; from longer backpacking trips ranging from 10 miles and beyond, or from a wider set of day-hikes that range from 1-10 miles.

Trail Use

Depending upon the trail you choose to hike, you may encounter off-highway vehicles (OHVs), horses, or mountain bikes. Hikers should yield to horses and be mindful of traffic. Many trails intersect roads. If you bring your dog, it should be on a leash. Also use caution during hunting seasons. Blaze orange clothing is recommended during these times.

Hiking Resources

• Know Before You Go
• Leave No Trace Ethics

Accessible Hiking Areas

The Wayne National Forest is to proud offer outdoor experiences for everyone. The following sites are some of our most accessible hiking destinations:

• Lake Vesuvius Boardwalk Trail
• Ora E. Anderson Nature Trail at Rutherford Wetlands

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Balancing Rock Trailhead

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This trailhead is part of the Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail System. The Lake Vesuvius horseback trails system 46.66 miles long and is composed of 9 trails, 4 trailheads, and one horse campground.The Lake…

Bluegrass Trailhead

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This trailhead is part of the Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail System. The Lake Vesuvius horseback trails system 46.66 miles long and is composed of 9 trails, 4 trailheads, and one horse campground.The Lake…

Burr Oak Cove Campground

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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…

Elm Trailhead

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This trailhead is part of the Monday Creek OHV Trail System. The Monday Creek area of the Wayne National Forest provides some excellent opportunities for off-highway vehicles (OHVs). This trail…

Hanging Rock OHV System

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The Hanging Rock area of the Wayne National Forest provides some excellent opportunities for riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs). This system has 26 miles of trail available for off-highway vehicle,…

Hanging Rock Trailhead

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This trailhead is part of the Hanging Rock OHV Trail System. The Hanging Rock area of the Wayne National Forest provides some excellent opportunities for riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs).This…

Hune Bridge Campground

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Access the Hune Bridge Campground along the National Forest Covered Bridge Scenic Byway (S.R. 26) in Washington County. The campground is located across the historic Hune Covered Bridge. The…

Iron Ridge Campground

Site Open

This newly renovated family campground is located on a ridge on the east side of Lake Vesuvius and accesses Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area facilities by a hiking trail.The campground has a total of…

John's Creek Trailhead

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This trailhead is part of the Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail System. The Lake Vesuvius horseback trails system 46.66 miles long and is composed of 9 trails, 4 trailheads, and one horse campground.The Lake…

Kinderhook Horseback Riding System

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This is the Wayne National Forest's newest trail system which provides 12 miles of scenic riding. Horses, mountain bike riders, and hikers are welcome on this trail.The trail winds through some of…