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Storybook Trails of Ohio
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items In case you are unfamiliar, Storybook trails are exhibits set up by parks and natural spaces throughout the US that invite families to enjoy Ohio’s beautiful scenery while reading nature-inspired stories along the way. Turning a simple walk into a fu...
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If you would like to learn more about the Storybook Trail program in Ohio, follow the link below!
Here is the Ohio Department of Natural Resource's page on Storybook Trails, their origin in the state, how to get involved, and interactive list of trails both inside and outside of the natural spaces list I will be providing here.
Storybook Trails | Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Northern Ohio
There are 17 parks in Northern Ohio that participate in this program, as well as many libraries and other organizations. You can find out more about these parks and their locations below!
The Olander Park System's storybook trail is a temporary installation in partnership with community organizations such as the Heritage Sylvania and the Toledo Lucas County Library to bring promote reading and enjoying the outdoors simultaneously.
Olander Park
Created in June 2020, this half-mile trail is perfect for all park visitors. Walk through a wet prairie and see many native plants and animals- all while reading about Miss Maple's Seeds along the way!
Maumee Bay State Park
Located at the end of the marina parking lot, this Storybook Trail presents a children’s story in segments along a short path. As you walk the mowed path along the marina and through the woods you can hear native frogs, see turtles basking in the sun...
Mary Jane Thurston State Park
In collaboration with the Erie Islands Library, a Put-in-Bay StoryWalk® has been installed along this trail. A StoryWalk® is an innovative way for children and adults to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Seventeen Storyboard posts are ...
Dodge Woods & StoryWalk Trail
Parking is at the trail's end in North Baltimore, or at Cricket Frog Cove Area a quarter mile west of the trail intersection at Freyman Road. A portable restroom is at Cricket Frog Cove, and flush toilet at the south terminus parking area.
Slippery Elm Trail
StoryWalk starts at to the left of the Bandshell at Riverside Park in Findlay Ohio & ends at the Waterfalls Pavilion. Restrooms & Parking nearby. Blanchard River, Karg Well, Hull's Trail nearby attractions. Preschool - 2nd Grade, but family f...
Riverside Park
Located at Schekelhoff Park, the Tiffin Storybook Trail is a half mile paved walk trail with 20 reading stations spaced out along the path. Each station contains a page from a children's book for parents and their children to read along to the story ...
Tiffin Storybook Trail
Located at Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, there is ample parking, outdoor restroom, picnic shelter and many other trails. The Story book Trail is in its fifth year and is co-sponsored with the local library, Preschool/elementary students.
Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Findley State Park! Little adventurers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located near the campground entrance.
Findley State Park
South Central Park's story trail is easily accessible and rotating!
South Central Park
Travel the Storybook Trail near Rocky River Nature Center where you can read “Over in the Forest” by Marianne Berkes along this short, wooded trail. The trail begins near the Rocky River Nature Center parking lot.
Rocky River Nature Center
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Wingfoot Lake State Park! This half-mile, paved loop trail features lake views and a little bridge overlooking Lilly pad covered waters. It can be found just beyond the playground, across from the park offic...
Wingfoot Lake State Park
Fully accessible trail will take visitors on a short adventure, where you can experience nature and views of our beautify Lake Milton. The storybook presented along the trail changes throughout the year.
Lake Milton State Park
Located across from Imagination Station, this half-mile trail presents a children’s story in segments as it winds through a forest alongside the lake. A free Little Library is located near the entrance.
Mosquito Lake State Park
Hike in one direction and follow an original story about Anna the garter snake and Claude the painted turtle. Hike in the opposite direction and learn about local wildlife with video features. A Wildlife Center with live animals is included in the ro...
Sippo Lake Park-East
Located near the Peacock Playhouse, this literacy adventure can be enjoyed by all ages! Take a stroll through a woodland path while discovering the seasonally-selected story.
Kingwood Center Gardens
The Johnny Appleseed Park District's Story Book Trail is located at Hermon Woodlands Metro Park. The story is changed seasonally and is geared towards young learners. Make sure to spend time at the ImaginaNature playscape, too!
Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District-Office
Central Ohio
There are 21 parks in Central Ohio that participate in this program, as well as many libraries and other organizations. You can find out more about these parks and their locations below!
.The Wolf Run Regional Park Storybook Trail is located at 17621 Yauger Road in Mount Vernon. This is a partnership between the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County and Knox County Park District. The Storybook Trail is located on the Pond Ta...
Wolf Run Regional Park
Nestled in our 99 arch park, located just beyond the park's main entrance, near the playground, our Story Walk offers new books each month from May-October. After finishing the walk, visitors can claim a prize from our downtown library just minutes a...
Beatty Park
Located north of the Lake Picnic Area, this half-mile trail presents a children’s story in segments as it winds through a forest alongside the lake. A free Little Library is located near the entrance.
Barkcamp State Park
Explore the trail and read along the way! This half-mile, paved trail winds along the beautiful shore of Seneca Lake. Each sign features a page of the storybook "Over in the Forest". The trail starts near the beach entrance.
Seneca Lake
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Salt Fork State Park! Little explorers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located near the campground check in.
Salt Fork State Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Dillon State Park! This half-mile, paved loop trail features beautiful tall trees, dangling vines, and glimpses of the lake. It can be found along the Black Locust Trail, near the ball courts and beach area.
Dillion State Park
My favorite storybook trail! Since 2009, The Dawes Arboretum has featured a different story along their woodland trail for visitors of all ages to enjoy.
The Dawes Arboretum
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Alum Creek State Park! This half-mile, interactive trail combines the fun of reading with outdoor exploration. Located near the north end of the park beach. Established in partnership with Alum Creek Element...
Alum Creek State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources
This storybook trail was created by the staff and students at Indian Trail Elementary in Canal Winchester, Ohio thanks to a grant from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), awarded by the State Library of Ohio.
Westchester Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Deer Creek State Park! Little explorers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located near the campground check-in.
Deer Creek State Park
This district has four different storybook trails! Owlexander’s Tyke Hike, Owlexander's Tree Trek Nature Literature Trail, Owlexander’s Wetland Walk, and Owlexander’s Hoot Route are fantastic, shorter walks for you and your loved ones to explore and ...
Centerville-Washington Park District
The story walk at Dominick Lofino Park is incorporated into the half-mile paved walking trail around a beautiful 5.5 acre lake. The interactive story is updated every other month by the Greene County Library and maintained by the City of Beavercreek.
Dominick Lofino Park
Visit on the paved Great Miami River Rec Trail (walk, run, pedal, or skate!) just north of Stewart St bridge on the east side of the Great Miami River. You can also park along Carillon Blvd near Carillon Park. Storybook written by U. of Dayton studen...
Miami Conservancy District
Hawk's Walk is located at Valle View Reserve. Enjoy this half-mile wooded Storybook Trail to discover about the area's animals. Port-o-let on site. Recommended for ages 6-10 years old.
Valle View Reserve
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at John Bryan State Park! Little adventurers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located behind the playground.
John Bryan State Park
The Adventure Literacy Trail and Playground is located at the Buck Creek Nature Park. The trail can be accessed from 1301 or 1101 Mitchell Boulevard along the Buck Creek. This is a great natural area for families to explore.
Buck Creek Nature Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Sycamore State Park! Little adventurers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located along Beech Ridge Trail and near the picnic shelter.
Sycamore State Park
Come on down and enjoy this storybook looping trail!
John A. Wannemacher Nature Reserve
Let the Dandelions Grow! - come join park staff on this stroller friendly trail, loop trail with a fun story on plants.
Hobart Urban Nature Preserve
Come and enjoy the Alphabet Book storybook trail, and have fun finding your own alphabet within the trees and on the trails.
Garbry Big Woods Reserve
Come enjoy this park's Storybook Trail on Fairy Houses then spend some time in our natural play area creating your own stories!
Stillwater Prairie Reserve
Southern Ohio
There are -- Southern Ohio Parks that participate in this program. You can find their locations and learn more here!
The StoryWalk starts near the Quilt Barn just as the paved path enters the woods and leads toward the pond. Books are rotated at the beginning of each month from March - October.
Carter Park
Located at the Nelle V. Hosbrook Bird Sancturary in Downtown Madeira, the Story Trail is a lovely respite in the middle of town. Located across the street from the Madeira Branch of the Public Library, there is lots of opportunity to enjoy nature &am...
Nelle V. Hosbrook Bird Sanctuary
The Anderson Park District's StoryWalk will travel to our various park locations. The featured book will change often.
Juilfs Park
Our Storybook Trail shares a parking lot with our main beach at its south east corner, which has bathroom access April 1st to Oct 31st. The trail does have inclines, fast turns, and a small pond, while adventurous, it is not recommended for strollers...
East Fork State Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Cowan Lake State Park! Little explorers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located near the youth fishing pond.
Cowan Lake State Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Adams Lake State Park! Little explorers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this paved, half-mile out-and-back trail alongside the lake.
Adams Lake State Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Shawnee State Park! Little adventurers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail.
Shawnee State Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Great Seal State Park! Little adventurers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located near the picnic shelter and disc golf course.
Great Seal State Park
Pages come alive at the Storybook Trail at Burr Oak State Park! Little adventurers will love exercising their mind and body as they trek along this wooded, half-mile, loop trail. Located behind the playground near the Lodge.
Burr Oak State Park
The Sells Park Storywalk is a partnership between Athens County Public Libraries and the City of Athens Department of Parks and Recreation. The Storywalk has 17 kiosks that feature the pages of a different picture book every 3-4 months.
Sells Park.