The Great Outdoors

Ohio’s first mountain coaster is coming to Hocking Hills, with 3,640 feet of track winding through the forest at speeds up to 26 mph.

A tiny nature preserve near Columbus protects one of Ohio’s last remaining prairies, rare wildflowers, and a piece of the state’s past.

Ohio Women’s Outdoor Adventure Weekend returns Sept. 25–27 at Salt Fork State Park with hands-on outdoor skills, lodging, and classes.

Ready for a day of lazy river floating on one of the most stunning rivers in Ohio? The Mohican River is calling.

Scioto Audubon’s climbing wall is closed indefinitely for repairs. Here’s what we know and where to climb instead.

An Ohio-based conservation group is racing to protect 2,770 acres of wilderness bordering New River Gorge National Park before the land goes to public auction on June 30.

Bank Run Metro Park is open in Lockbourne with the rebuilt 100-foot Granddaddy Slide, two 99-person lodges, and the 299-person Grand Shelter. Here’s what to know.

Lake Erie Canopy Tours opens May 1 with zip lines, adventure courses, kayak rentals and more outdoor fun near Geneva-on-the-Lake.

New Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired cabins are open at Jesse Owens State Park, with a bison viewing deck nearby. $240 a night, sleeps six.

Here’s where you can see bald eagles Athena and Apollo nesting off Dublin Rd, with peak viewing from February through June.

I think we could all use a list of beautiful places to take a moment and enjoy the view.

Central Ohio has some absolutely gorgeous waterfalls and the spring is the perfect time to see them in all of their glory.

Located in a scenic nature preserve, Inniswood Metro Gardens offers 123 acres of gorgeous, natural inspiration.

The cherry blossom season is a brief affair, often lasting just a week or two. Here’s where you can see them in Columbus.

Great Southern Metro Park is now open on Columbus’ south side: 70 acres on the Scioto River with a 230-yard obstacle course, trails, and river overlooks.

Spring has sprung, now let’s go explore it. Here’s where to head when you’re looking to take the perfect spring stroll.

Discover Ohio wildflowers this spring! From trillium to prairie blooms, explore the best spots for wildflower displays across the state.

ODNR’s Heritage of Freedom Project brings Underground Railroad history to life through new interpretive trails at Ohio state parks.