About us
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.
You can find out more about us at: https://daytonhikers.com/join/
We are all about getting exercise, making friends, exploring nature, living a healthier lifestyle and making our community a better place to live!
We don't lead drop-in hikes for the public. You must be a member and sign up for hikes. Please visit: https://daytonhikers.com/faq/
By attending any events, you agree to our waiver of liability: https://daytonhikers.com/waiver/
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Bill Yeck Park 🧭 Celebrating Adventures Hike + Donuts & Fruit 🍓 4.25 Miles 🥾
Bill Yeck Park - Smith House Trailhead, 2230 East Centerville Station road, Centerville, OH, USCelebrate the adventures of our Dayton Hikers members with a 4.25-mile, moderate-paced hike, followed by cider, donuts, and fresh fruit. We have a lot to celebrate!
This year, Dayton Hikers members have traveled near and far in pursuit of what we love most—hiking. From neighborhood trails to epic long-distance journeys, our members have embraced adventure, challenged themselves, and created unforgettable memories.
📍Charley Schuerholz and Rosemary D'Aloia completed 550 miles of hiking on the Camino de Santiago in Spain.
📍Our fearless leader, Andy "Captain Blue" Niekamp, finished a 500-mile backpacking trip on the Pacific Crest Trail in Oregon. He also walked 170 miles on the Camino de Santiago in Portugal and Spain.
📍Multiple Camino de Santiago journeys including, Sheila Haas, Tom Truster,Jim Heintz, Tim Tyan, Patti Ryan, and Sandi Maynard.
📍Karen Power completed a seven-day, 95-mile, solo hike on the Appalachian Trail in Georgia and North Carolina and backpacked in Hawaii.
📍Candy Arndts completed half of the Appalachian Trail over multiple years and multiple section hikes.
📍Zane Brady participated in the EGGS Hike at Burr Oak State Park.
📍Reeda Inusah completed the entire Twin Valley Trail Challenge.
📍John Kwak and Mike Philpott continue to hike with the Dayton Hikers group every week.
📍Gregg Wald has conquered the torturous hills of Hills and Dales MetroPark 84 times so far in 2026 for a total of 462 miles.
📍Your name here! Where have you hiked?🎂 Plus: Happy 17th Birthday, Dayton Hikers! Dayton Hikers turns 17 years old in August. Dayton Hikers was founded in August 2009.
Have you been on an adventure lately—big or small? Whether you completed the TVT Challenge, explored a local park, or hiked a trail in another state, we'd love to celebrate your journey too. Share your adventure with us!
Send a photo of you on your adventure along with a caption (include your name and location) to andyniekamp@gmail.com. Hi-res photos preferred.
Guests permitted. No pets, please.
CHECK here for weather cancellation updates.
About Bill Yeck Park:
Park website: https://cwpd.org/parks/bill-yeck/Dayton Hikers FAQs: https://daytonhikers.com/faq/
The Legal Stuff: The event hosts are just fellow member volunteers who are trying to make your life a little better. 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/
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The Narrows Reserve Hike (Brisk)
The Narrows Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Beavercreek, OH, USSunday's hike will be at The Narrows Reserve, 4 -5 miles at 3.00 to 3.3 miles per hour. Meet in the parking lot. 2575 Indian Ripple Road Xenia Ohio 45385. Hike starts at 8:15.am. There will be stairs to climb, a meadow to traverse and trails that have tree roots, you may want trekking poles.
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/
2 attendees9am start time: Germantown MetroPark Hike 7-9 miles - Moderately Brisk
7501 Conservancy Rd, Germantown, OH, USStart time of 9am.
We'll hike the beautiful Germantown MetroPark on the "classic" 7.1 mile Orange trail. The "classic" route is the original route of the Orange trail, which excludes the mostly prairie section. If muddy, which is often the case, we'll hike the roughly parallel Yellow, Green, and Pink trails. We'll add the optional Bob Siebenthaler loop if desired. Wear hiking boots or trail running shoes.
The hike will begin at the scheduled start time. If late, please join us 2 miles into the hike, at the Welcome Center, where we make a brief stop. Bring water and a snack if desired. If your plans change please update your RSVP to "not going".
The pace should be approximately 3.0-3.3 MPH (18-20 min/mile). This is not a slow pace. If the pace is too fast for you, please be prepared to hike on your own back to your car.
Dogs are permitted with leashes no longer than 8 feet, per park guidelines.
Please note that some GPS units in cars will not route you properly to the start of the hike. Instead, in the Meetup app for the hike, tap the Google icon and follow the routing.
The Legal Stuff: The event host is just a fellow volunteer, not your hiking guide, guru, and has no medical background. 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/2 attendees
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