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Make the Drive: 3 Hiking Trails Near Chillicothe, OH

Sep 22, 2023

Chillicothe, OH is home to several beautiful parks, including city, county, and state parks. There are many miles of biking trails, but that’s not what we love most about what this great city offers. We love how easy it is to access hiking trails designed for all sorts of fitness levels. Today, we’re looking at some of our favorite trails in the area.

1. Shawnee Ridge Loop

One of the best shared-use loop trails within driving distance of Chillicothe is Shawnee Ridge Loop at Great Seal State Park, conveniently located at 4908 Marietta Rd. This extensive loop trail is excellent for training for a big race or challenging upcoming hike due to its frequent elevation changes.

This is a great trail to tackle in the summer due to the shade on the trail. We recommend taking this loop clockwise, so you overcome the toughest obstacles full of energy. If you go counterclockwise around the loop, you will be faced with a massive hill that may be daunting at the end of a long, hilly hike.

2. Hoggard Trail

Another one of our favorite trails is the Hoggard Trail at Buzzard’s Roost Nature Preserve. Buzzard’s Roost preserves over 1,100 acres of land and features incredibly rugged landscapes.

Parking near the Hoggard Trail trailhead is located at 514 Red Bird Ln. If you hike this entire trail, you will be rewarded with several stunning views. You will pass over a footbridge, and you can see blooming daffodils and other plants. You will also find several benches along the trail that you can rest on.

3. Ross Hollow Hiking Trail

The Ross Hollow Hiking Trail at Tar Hollow State Park is great. You can access this state park by plugging 16396 Tar Hollow Rd into your favorite map app on your smartphone. It can connect via Bluetooth to the Infotainment 3 system in your 2024 Chevy Trax, so you can see and hear directions without worrying about your phone.

The trailhead for the Ross Hollow Hiking Trail loop can be found in the Ross Hollow camp area, and it grants access to the gorgeous Tar Hollow hills. This trail is beautiful year-round. However, we recommend not checking this trail out if it has rained recently. The trail can become muddy, making it harder to ascend the steep inclines through the hills.

With a new Chevy, there are lots of wonderful hiking and multi-use trails that you can enjoy in the Chillicothe area. Just remember that to ensure your manufacturer’s warranty is not voided, strict adherence to your maintenance schedule is required. To schedule a service appointment, contact us today at Coughlin GM of Chillicothe.

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