The best way to bask in the natural beauty of Ohio is to get out there on one of the Buckeye State’s trails. For a beautiful, easy trail that takes you to a pretty waterfall, lace up your hiking boots and head to Horseshoe Falls.
You’ll find Caesar Creek State Park in the southwestern corner of the state, near Waynesville. The park encompasses 3,741 acres, and includes a beautiful lake, creek, nature center, and pioneer village.
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The Horseshoe Falls Trail is located in the Wellman Area of the park. This pretty trail makes a 1.8-mile loop, and it’s considered easy, so it’s perfect for hikers of all ages and abilities.
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The trail takes you through some lush, green, forested areas, and you’ll want to keep a lookout for the wildlife that lives in the park.
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Local residents include whitetail deer, rabbits, wild turkeys, squirrels, raccoons and foxes.
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You might also see frogs and other amphibians along the creek.
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The park is also full of songbirds! Take along a guidebook and a pair of binoculars to identify them.
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Wildflowers line the trail and fill the meadows during some months of the year.
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You’ll want to make sure to bring your camera to capture these vibrant, beautiful blooms.
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The Flat Fork area is a fun spot to splash around in the creek if the weather’s hot.
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If you look closely, you’ll find fossils in the rocks along the banks.
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Horseshoe Falls isn’t big, but what it lacks in size it makes up in beauty. The pretty waterfall cascades down into the creek with a pleasant gurgle; sit here for awhile and bask in the beauty of this peaceful spot before continuing on.
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The Caesar Creek Swinging Bridge stretches 109 feet across the creek. You’ll definitely want to cross it before heading back toward your car. Either retrace your steps along the Horseshoe Falls Trail, or hook up with the Perimeter Trail and take it back to the parking lot.
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Have you recently hiked the Horseshoe Falls Trail? We’d love to hear about your hike and see your photos in the comments!
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