Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park, State park in Nelson Township, Ohio, United States.
The 167-acre park features sandstone cliffs rising 60 feet high, with deep ground fissures cutting through the rocky landscape.
The state of Ohio established Nelson Kennedy Ledges as a protected natural area in 1949 after purchasing sections of land in 1940 and 1948.
Native American tribes valued this location near the watershed divide between Lake Erie and Ohio River for its strategic position and natural resources.
Visitors can explore three miles of color-coded hiking trails, ranging from white trails for beginners to red paths requiring rock climbing skills.
The park's rock formations create specific microclimates where northern species like yellow birch, Canadian hemlock, and Canada yew trees naturally grow.
Location: Portage County
Inception: 1949
GPS coordinates: 41.32851,-81.03923
Latest update: March 10, 2025 16:00
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