Wayne National Forest Athens Ridge Trail
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Ohio · athens County

Wayne National Forest Athens Ridge Trail

Extended ridge traverse in Wayne National Forest with remote feel.

Rating
Length
7.1 mi
Difficulty
4
County
athens

About This Trail

A 7.1-mile ridge traverse through the Athens Unit of Wayne National Forest, following sustained ridgeline terrain above the forested hollows of southeastern Ohio. The remote route connects to the Baileys Trail System’s 26-mile network, passing through oak-hickory canopy with minimal development and an Appalachian backcountry atmosphere.

Location

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Coordinates: 39.2603, -82.2126

Getting There

From Athens, take OH-13 north toward the Wayne National Forest Athens Unit. Access the trail system from the Utah Ridge Pond Day Use Area at 16104 Utah Ridge Road, Millfield.

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