Get outside to start off 2026 with a New Year’s Day Hike at Shale Hollow Park on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 10 a.m.

Kick off the new year by joining Preservation Parks for the annual first hike of the year. Hike a 1.2 mile gravel trail, then celebrate with hot refreshments. The Great Horned Owl Trail includes moderate elevation changes. Details here.
Check out the other First Day Hikes around Columbus and Ohio.
Shale Hollow Park
6320 Artesian Run
Lewis Center, OH 43035
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