Audubon Wetlands Preserve

This is such a lovely walk, but the mosquitoes are terrible in the warmer months. I usually only hike here in the fall and winter.

This is a hidden gem closely located by our hotel. First off, this is a natural park with native Ohio plants and wildlife. We spotted snapping turtles, turkey vultures, and an eagle! The cattails weren’t in season nor were the mosquitoes. They have a great shelter with three picnic tables that overlook the wetlands. If you’re grabbing food off I-71, skip eating in the car and go here for a quick break

Nice paths. Good views. Smells like wetlands in places as wetlands do. Lots of animal life (including mosquitos at times)

Larger than we thought and lots of wet spots. Great swampland and also borders on Jerome Fork River. We did a 2 mile hike here and also a 2.12 mile hike at Fireman's cabin today. We are planning on walking all 18 Ashland County Parks this year.