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Zaleski State Forest Backpack Trail

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The Adventure...

The Zaleski Backpack Trail is one of the state's most--if not the most--popular overnight hiking destinations. The main trail is a 23.9-mile long with several smaller day hikes options. This scenic trail passes by many points of biological, geological and historical interest. The trail winds through some of Southeast Ohio’s most scenic forest. Hikers will see beautiful sandstone outcroppings and overhangs, meandering streams, deep ravines, and towering ridge tops. The area is rich in history as well. Hikers will follow old roads once used by Native Americans and early settlers. They will see remnants of 19th century coal mining towns and donut shaped Native American mounds that were built by the Adena Culture more than 2000 years ago. Whether you hike the whole 23.9-miles of chose to take one of the shorter day hikes, you will be sure to feel many miles away for the hustle and bustle of everyday life. 

Hiking time: Approximately 4 to 6 hours each for the south and middle loops, 3 to 4 hours for the north loop, or up to 3 days for all loops in one trip 

Learn More!

State Route 278
PO Box 330 
Zaleski, Ohio 45698 

740.596.5781
614.265.6694
 
Website: Zaleski State Forest  

Getting there is Half the Adventure!

The trail head start in Hope Lake State Park just off of State Route 278.

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