Buckeye Trail Winter Hike - 5 Miles

Buckeye Trail Winter Hike - 5 Miles
Duration: 2.5 hours
No pets. One guest.

This moderate pace hike is an out-and-back hike using the Buckeye Trail (blue) and yellow trail to the Hopewell Day Lodge and back. You will return from this hike in time for the potluck dinner at 2:00 pm.

Expect: Hills, mud, wet trail, and possible snow/ice.

Dress: Dress for the weather! Dress in layers. Boots, hat, gloves, scarf, windbreak layer, and layers for the upper and lower body. Wool, silk, and synthetic fibers are best. Avoid cotton.

Hiking Gear: Bring appropriate winter hiking gear including trekking poles, gaiters, boot traction devices (YakTrax), day pack, snacks, and water.

Potluck Feast: Sign up for the potluck feast afterward and bring a dish to share. Link: https://meetu.ps/e/NH29F/SwR5/i

About Caesar Creek State Park: Caesar Creek State Park is highlighted by clear blue waters, scattered woodlands, meadows, and steep ravines. The 3,741-acre park offers some of the finest outdoor recreation in southwest Ohio including boating, hiking, camping, and fishing.

Park Map: http://www.daytonhikers.com/Caesar-Creek-State-Park-Trail-Map.pdf

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/