Glen Helen Nature Conservancy Hike

4.6/5
(220) · Nature reserve in Yellow Springs, United States
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1000 acre private nonprofit nature preserve with 15+ miles of trails, educational public programs & events, residential environmental education, & …

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4.6/5 · 220 reviews
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Mar 19, 2025
I love this hike for the variety of sights - the beauty of nature. There are several stairs to navigate, but then there are also nice wide relaxing sections. The Raptor Center was a highlight for m…Full review by Passenger24888951709
Aug 20, 2024
This was a day trip from Columbus for us. It is about an hour away. Paid the 10$ to park which helps them keep up the nature preserve since it does not get any tax money. We chose to to the The Gro…Full review by Holly H
Jun 1, 2024
We were told that the park has recently reopened. Nice facilities including their restrooms. While visiting the park may sure you stop and admire the Yellow Spring Falls.Full review by Greg B
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Questions & answers

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Hi, are the trails back open for hiking since they closed due to covid-19?
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I don’t think so but I’d check the ODNR website to make sure.
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Is rapture center open today (is it ooen sundays?)
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8:30 to 4:30 Monday thru Friday.
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We will only be in the area for one day - so if you had to choose between Clifton Gorge and Glen Helen which would you …
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We will only be in the area for one day - so if you had to choose between Clifton Gorge and Glen Helen which would you recommend? We will have 2 children with us as well, 8 & 4 so wondering if either place has locations to play in the waters/streams? Thanks so much for any advice!
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We did not go to Clifton Gorge, so can only speak about Glen Helen. It was nicely laid out with trails, waterfalls, and a raptor center among the many sites to see. Yes, there are many …
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We did not go to Clifton Gorge, so can only speak about Glen Helen. It was nicely laid out with trails, waterfalls, and a raptor center among the many sites to see. Yes, there are many streams and waterfalls for the children to play. Have fun!
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