Nature Centers Near Me in Elyria, oh

The West Woods

9465 Kinsman Road, Novelty, OH

The West Woods is a 902-acre park that protects the historic sandstone ledges of Ansel’s Cave, Silver Creek and its watershed, extensive wetlands and mature forests. It is Geauga Park... Read More

Quail Hollow State Park

13480 Congress Lake Avenue, Hartville, OH

Quail Hollow is a 701-acre landscape of rolling meadows, marshes, pine and deciduous woods surrounding a 40-room manor. Scenic woodland trails, gardens and the house offer a variety of natural... Read More

Hedges-Boyer Park

491 Coe St, Tiffin, OH

Hedges-Boyer Park is Tiffin's community park, consisting of 78 acres of parkland with a creek running through it, and bridging the gap between Coe St. and Summit St. The park is home to many... Read More

Mt. Gilead State Park

4119 State Route 95, Mount Gilead, OH

Mt. Gilead State Park is a quiet, small 181-acre park centrally located in the state of Ohio. Picnicking, fishing and hiking can be enjoyed year-round at this beautiful... Read More

Swine Creek Reservation

16004 Hayes Road, Middlefield, OH

This 412-acre park, situated in the countryside among Amish farms, features Geauga Park District’s sugarbush and offers access to the south section of The Maple Highlands Trail. Eleven trails... Read More

Maumee Bay State Park

1400 State Park Road, Oregon, OH

Maumee Bay State Park offers 1,336 acres of not only the finest of recreational facilities in the Midwest, but also a unique natural environment created by the convergence of the land and Lake... Read More

Dillon State Park

5265 Dillon Hills Drive, Nashport, OH

The wooded hills and scenic valleys of the Dillon area offer a picturesque setting for outdoor adventure. Whether boating the quiet coves and inlets of the lake or hiking the forest trails,... Read More

Salt Fork State Park

14755 Cadiz Road, Lore City, OH

The landscape of rural Guernsey County appears as a patchwork of forested hills, open meadows and misty valleys threaded by numerous streams. At the heart of this region is Salt Fork State... Read More

Van Buren State Park

12259 Township Road 218, Van Buren, OH

Van Buren State Park is quietly nestled in a small but valued remnant of woodland surrounded by beautiful corn, wheat and soybean fields in northwest Ohio. 251-acre Van Buren offers a calm,... Read More

Pymatuning State Park

6100 Pymatuning Lake Road, Andover, OH

In a setting that highlights the mystery of an old swamp forest and the excitement of a water recreation area, Pymatuning State Park invites outdoor lovers of all ages to enjoy a relaxing... Read More

Beaver Creek State Park

12021 Echo Dell Road, East Liverpool, OH

Beaver Creek State Park, in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, is one of Ohio's most scenic parks. The park includes Little Beaver Creek, a state and national wild and scenic river,... Read More

Barkcamp State Park

65330 Barkcamp Road, Belmont, OH

Belmont County's rugged hills provide the backdrop for picturesque Barkcamp State Park. In addition to fine recreational facilities, visitors will enjoy the mature woodlands, open meadows,... Read More

Indian Lake State Park

12774 State Route 235 North, Lakeview, OH

5,800-acre Indian Lake offers a variety of water-related recreational opportunities. Boating, fishing, skiing and camping are highlights of this 800-acre multi-use... Read More

Deer Creek State Park

20635 State Park Road 20, Mount Sterling, OH

Located in the heart of Ohio's agricultural country, Deer Creek State Park is central Ohio's vacation showplace. A collage of meadows and woodlands surround the scenic reservoir. This... Read More

Lake Hope State Park

27331 State Route 278, McArthur, OH

A natural paradise, 2,983-acre Lake Hope State Park lies entirely within the 26,824-acre Zaleski State Forest in the valley of Big Sandy Run. It is a rugged, heavily forested region traversed... Read More

Kiser Lake State Park

4889 North State Route 235, Conover, OH

The quiet and relaxing atmosphere of Kiser Lake State Park makes it a favorite Ohio getaway. 531 acres of rolling wooded hills and diverse wetlands add to the beauty of this scenic 396-acre... Read More

Hueston Woods State Park

6301 Park Office Road, College Corner, OH

History

Millions of years ago, a shallow sea covered Ohio, depositing fossil-rich limestone and dolomite bedrock. Fertile soils, left behind by glaciers thousands of... Read More