
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- Taylorsville MetroPark (EAST) - 5 Mile Hike - BRISKTaylorsville MetroPark, Huber Heights, OH
This hike is hosted by Metro Dayton Hikers.
Sunday's hike will be at Taylorsville MetroPark (EAST), "B".
Meet in the parking lot at 2101 US-40.
Hike starts at 1:30 pm.
If you have any questions about this hike including the meeting location, please email Chris Sands at sandsck8@gmail.com several days in advance. Chris is not a Meetup member and does not monitor discussions here. If you post a question here it may or may not get answered by a fellow hiker.
More info about Metro Dayton Hikers: https://sites.google.com/a/udayton.edu/krosenzweig1/home/metro-dayton-hikers
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/
- Short notice - Narrows Reserve morning hike – 4-4.5 miles Moderately Brisk pace39.690123,-84.028775, Xenia, OH
Distance: 4-4.5 miles
Pace: 2.8 to 3.0 mphAs a courtesy to the other hikers, please arrive 5 minutes early so we can begin hiking at the scheduled time. Thank you.
Meet in the parking lot beside the river, (directly across from Factory Road) NOT by the nature center.
Note: Be aware that if the lot fills up you will need to park at the Nature Center (please allow enough time to get to the right lot by the start of the hike).No pets please. This is for the safety and enjoyment of the attendees.
If rain/storms/high winds are in the forecast I may cancel. Please check here for updates before heading out.
The Hike:
We will hike a combination of red, black and purple trails. The trails wind along the Little Miami River and through the woods & meadow.What to Bring:
Water
Trekking poles (if desired)Trail map: https://www.gcparkstrails.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Narrows-Trail-Map-060822.pdf
Dayton Hikers FAQs: https://daytonhikers.com/faq/
The Legal Stuff: The event host is just fellow volunteer, not your hiking guide 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/