Blendon Woods Metro Park

Starting from the main parking area near the ranger station, this hike as mapped takes you on a route hitting all the major trails in the park. If the nearly 6 mile length feels too long for your party, you can easily skip the out-and-back trails along the way (Sugarbush Trail and Goldenrod Trail). If you do that though, be sure to incorporate a visit to Thoreau Lake into your hike, as its beautiful scenery and surrounding wildlife refuge are truly a special feature of the park.