Brush Creek State Forest

Brush Creek State Forest is a protected area covering 13,161 acres of hardwood forest with steep hillsides, deep hollows, and narrow ridge tops throughout its landscape. The grounds feature three miles of hiking trails and twelve miles of bridle trails for different types of visitors.

The protected forest began in 1928 with 285 acres as part of Shawnee State Forest before becoming independent in the early 1950s. This separation allowed for specialized management focused on this specific woodland area.

The forest takes its name from Scioto Brush Creek and reflects how the region values both nature and outdoor recreation for its communities. Locals and visitors alike use these woods as a place to connect with the landscape and its history.

Visitors should bring their own water supplies since the trails do not have facilities along the wooded routes. Sturdy footwear is important given the uneven terrain and elevation changes throughout the forest.

Among the forest's plants, researchers have found ground cone flowers, a species not commonly seen in this geographical region. This rare plant makes the area particularly interesting for those who study woodland ecology.

Location: Ohio

GPS coordinates: 38.96570,-83.28650

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23