Near Buzzards Roost Rock Trail
At the prairie section.
Near Buzzards Roost Rock Trail
Buzzard Roost Prairie section
Near Buzzards Roost Rock Trail
At the top of buzzardroost rock.
Near Buzzards Roost Rock Trail
View from Buzzardroost Rock overlook in September
Near Buzzards Roost Rock Trail
Cliffs at Buzzardroost Rock

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Hike Trail

Buzzards Roost Rock Trail

4.2 (9 Ratings)
A nice little trail with a bench at the overlook.
2.2
mi
Distance
336
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.18mi
Distance
336ft
Elevation Gain
267ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
981ft
High Point
775ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The new trailhead off of OH 125 skips the big hill of the old route, but the view at the end is the same. The route is a simple out-n-back, about 2-1/4 miles each way, mostly following a ridgeline. Look for numerous seasonal waterfalls along the first mile of trail. With the leaves down, the Devil's Teakettle can be seen across the valley from the trail just after the climb from the field. This trail culminates in what might be my favorite view in Ohio. Be sure to take some time to relax and take it all in once you're at the top. There is an optional loop partway through the trail. Returning back to the parking lot, take a right for the section of trail through prairie openings.

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