3 - Ohio
There are 293 miles of trail in Ohio which are certified segments of the North Country NST. Most of these miles are in short, often disconnected segments but the Little Miami Scenic Park and the Miami and Erie Canal Trail (certified segments of the North Country NST) are each 40-50 miles in length. However, these are developed as multi-use trails where bicycles are permitted. Most of the Little Miami and portions of the Miami and Erie are paved and thus wider than a typical hiking trail. Still, they are quite wooded and offer a feeling of seclusion--especially the southern portion of the Little Miami. Completed segments in the Wayne National Forest, Shawnee State Forest, and other large public lands offer moderate lengths of more typical hiking trail.

In Ohio, much of the route of the North Country Trail follows the route of the Buckeye Trail, for which the Buckeye Trail Association serves as the local trail manager for much of the distance.

Permit Information
No permit needed.

Directions
This section of the trail traverses throughout the state of Ohio.

Information Center
For information on the Buckeye Trail, contact the Buckeye Trail Association: www.buckeyetrail.org; P.O. Box 254, Worthington, Ohio 43085. BTA operates a trail shop and publishes a complete set of maps.

Activities