What we’re about
Welcome to the Dayton Hikers group! We are a community of people who enjoy hiking and outdoor activities. Joining Dayton Hikers is fast, free and easy. We don’t have dues, meetings, officers or a newsletter.
Come hike with us and meet other people who share a love for hiking! All interested people are welcome to join whether you are a beginner hiker or a seasoned backpacker. Most members are from the Dayton region but anyone is welcome to join.
We don't lead drop-in hikes for the public. You must be a member. For how Dayton Hikers operates please visit: https://daytonhikers.com/faq/
By attending any events you agree to our waiver of liability: https://daytonhikers.com/waiver/
We are all about getting exercise, making friends, exploring nature, living a healthier lifestyle and making our community a better place to live!
Live To Hike … Hike To Live
Andy Niekamp
Group Organizer
Dayton, Ohio - The Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Midwest!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Gorgeous Grant Galore 5 Miles 🥾 Cooler Weather Hike 🆒🕶️Grant Park Nature Nook, Dayton, OH
Gorgeous Grant Galore 5 Miles 🥾 Cooler Weather Hike 🆒🕶️
~2.8 mph
No pets. 1 guest. RSVPs are closed.Let's enjoy the cooler weather with a hike at Grant Park and check out some of the new trails.
We will hike the yellow, brown, blue, and red trails and lots of unmarked trails to stitch together a ~5 mile hike with minimal overlap. You will see plenty of pretty scenery on this hike. The route is mostly flat with a couple of short hills. Expect some mud. Hike through the mud and not around it.
Recommended Equipment: Trekking poles
Description of Park: Grant Park is a 187-acre natural area. Trails in the park lead along creeks and through meadow, forest, prairie, and wetland habitats. The trails are of varying difficulty; some follow ridge lines or bottom lands, while others climb fairly steep hills.
Park Web Page: http://www.cwpd.org/parks/grant/
Dayton Hikers FAQs: https://daytonhikers.com/faq/
The Legal Stuff: The event hosts are just fellow member volunteers, not your hiking guides or guru. By participating in this event, you assume all risks of liability and injury inherent in hiking activities. You are responsible for your own safety and for determining if you are in a condition fit to participate. If you have any doubts, you should consult your doctor. You are also responsible for knowing and abiding by all laws and hiking rules during your participation on this hike. By participating in this event you agree to the Dayton Hikers legal waiver here: https://daytonhikers.com/waiver/
Not open - Workout & Hike at Hills and Dales - White Oak CampHills and Dales MetroPark, Kettering, OH
Starting point is at White Oak Camp and begins at 8:30. We'll begin with a circuit workout with weights (provided), then head out for a 3 mile brisk (3 - 3.2 mph.) Meet at the shelter closest to the parking lot.
As a courtesy to the other attendees, please arrive 5 minutes early so we can start at the scheduled time.
If you are new to working out, this may not be a good fit at this time. If you have any questions, please direct message me.
DISCLAIMER: Not all exercises are suitable for everyone, and this or any other exercise program may result in injury. Always consult your doctor before beginning this or any other exercise program. By performing any of the exercises, you assume ALL risks of injury from doing so.
Dayton Hikers FAQs: https://daytonhikers.com/faq/
The Legal Stuff: The event host is just a fellow member volunteer. By participating in this event, you assume all risks of liability and injury inherent in hiking activities. You are responsible for your own safety and for determining if you are in a condition fit to participate. If you have any doubts, you should consult your doctor. You are also responsible for knowing and abiding by all laws.Not open - Women's Backpacking 1Germantown MetroPark- Twin Valley Welcome Center, Dayton, OH
Registration Required With Five Rivers MetroParks.
Signing up here does not register you for the event.
AGE: 14 and up | $10.00
Join a community of women interested in backpacking to learn about gear, food, trip planning, personal hygiene and other tips and tricks. This classroom session covers material from "Backpacking 1" with additional focus on the backcountry experience for women.Register Here: https://www.metroparks.org/things-to-do/backpacking/
