June 7, 2025 Biggest Day Hike

The Buckeye Trail Association is celebrating National Trails Day, on June 7th, with an attempt to hike as much of the Buckeye Trail as we can in a single day. With everyone pledging to hike a small segment of the trail, collectively completing all 1,400+ miles of the whole trail is not such a far-fetched idea!

National Trails Day, sponsored by the American Hiking Society on the first Saturday of June, is a day of public events aimed at advocacy and trail service, celebrating the local, state, and federal trails that provide people access to nature and recreational activities. The BTA is happy to host this free event in conjunction with the American Hiking Society and our Buckeye Trail partners.

Let's see how much of the Buckeye Trail we can hike together. Join in the Biggest Day Hike by signing up to hike a segment of the Buckeye Trail on National Trails Day, joining in one of the post-hike celebrations throughout the state, helping with trail maintenance, or all three! Some parts of the Buckeye Trail are open to biking or horseback riding and other parts of the Buckeye Trail run parallel to a river for canoeing/kayaking. These alternatives are valid ways to cover a segment where such activities are allowed.

 

Plan Your Hike

— To plan your hike, you will need to know the Section Name and Section Number of your start and end points. The Buckeye Trail Overview Map page has a map with Buckeye Trail Sections labeled.

— Consider getting a Buckeye Trail map. Buckeye Trail Section Maps can be purchased at the Buckeye Trail Shop. Buckeye Trail maps can also be purchased for your phone on FarOut or Avenza.

— Take a look at the Biggest Day Hike Spreadsheet to see which segments have been pledged and which are still open. Multiple people can sign up for the same segment, but if everyone hikes different segments, we can cover a larger portion of the Buckeye Trail in one day. The spreadsheet will be updated daily as people sign up for segments.

— Check the Buckeye Trail website for Trail Alerts or Map Updates for your planned segment or segments.

— Sign up . Once you have registered for you hike, the spreadsheet will be updated with your initials within a day.

— Make sure you have all of the resources you need to have a successful and fun hike (maps, transportation plan, appropriate gear, water, food, etc). Biggest Day Hike shirts and other gear can be purchased from the Buckeye Trail Shop.



On National Trails Day:

— Go take a hike (or paddle, bike, or ride) on Saturday June 7th! Or help with trail maintenance somewhere on the Buckeye Trail.

— Share some photos of your adventures on the Buckeye Trail Association Facebook Group and tag your social media posts with #BiggestDayHike.

— Join the BTA and ODNR for special hikes and celebrations at some of Ohio's state parks:

  • Caesar Creek State Park
    • When and Where: Saturday, June 7th from 10am to 2pm at the Caesar Creek State Park Marina
    • Description: Join the BTA and ODNR for a National Trails Day Celebration. Enjoy a 2-mile guided hike at either 10am or noon. Participate in family friendly games and crafts. Listen to music and grab a bite to eat.
  • National Trails Day at Shawnee State Park
      • When and Where: Saturday, June 7th at 7am at the Shawnee State Park Backpack Trail parking lot.
    • Description: Join ODNR for a National Trails Day Celebration. Enjoy a 2.5-mile hike at 7am at the Backpack Trail parking lot.
  • National Trails Day at Lake Loramie State Park
    • When and Where: Saturday, June 7th at 7am at 9:30am at the Lake Loramie State Park BT Trailhead.
    • Description: Join ODNR for a National Trails Day Celebration. Enjoy a 2-mile hike at 9:30am at the BT Trailhead on Route 362.
  • National Trails Day at East Fork State Park
    • When and Where: Saturday, June 7th at 7am at 9am at the East Fork State Park Campground.
    • Description: Join ODNR for a National Trails Day Celebration. Enjoy a 1.5-mile hike at 9am at the Loop G Campground.


After the hike - List of Celebrations
Join a local celebration and hang out with other hikers and trail enthusiasts.

Ohio River Chapter

— Join the Ohio River Chapter at Valley View Nature Preserve from 3-6pm for food, drinks, awards, and overall celebration.

For more information or if you have any questions, please email us at:



Triple Trail Fest, Mantua, Ohio

Description: Biggest Day Hike Celebration in the Trail Town of Mantua at Buchert Park. Visit the town for a day of outdoor adventure and community celebration at the annual Triple Trail Fest. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Headwater Trail, Buckeye Trail, and the picturesque Cuyahoga River Trail, this event offers a diverse range of activities for all ages and interests.

For Event Details: Visit the Triple Trail Fest website



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