Whether you’d like to bag some fitness miles, or spend some quality time with the family, or just get on the trail in the great outdoors the HC has a trip for you. Never hiked before? No problem. We have the gear you’ll need and two of Ohio’s best backcountry destinations for beginner and intermediate hikers.

About the names of our trips. The distinction between beginner and intermediate has more to do with your fitness level than whether or not you’ve hiked before. When choosing, we ask that you remember a few points. You’ll be carrying approximately 25 lbs over uneven terrain in varying weather. Uneven terrain means some steep climbs and descents and can also include rocky, slippery, or treacherous footing. Warm to hot days also have a big impact on endurance. Lastly, although we have named a trip Fathers and Sons, this trip is open to anyone wishing to introduce kids to the trail.