Buckeye Trail: North Country Trail

Immerse yourself in the urban and natural beauty of Ohio on the Buckeye Trail portion of the North Country Trail. Spanning over 950 miles, this trail takes you through cities such as Dayton and Xenia, edges past Cincinnati, and brushes near Kentucky, before making its way east and north again. You'll witness a transition to more rugged, hilly terrain and an abundance of public lands including the stunning Wayne National Forest, Hocking Hills State Park, Edge of Appalachia Nature Preserve, Shawnee State Forest, and Burr Oak State Park. Beginning near Napoleon and culminating outside the quaint Village of Zoar, the trail also converges with the historic Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath across the Tuscarawas River. Managed by the Buckeye Trail Association, this remarkable journey forms part of the entire 1,400 mile-long Buckeye Trail. Experience the diverse beauty of Ohio in a way like never before.