Cincy Hikes presents Rowe Woods Geology Trail

Let's hike the Geology Trail at Cincinnati Nature Center! Our hike will be a roughly 1.5 mile loop. The trail features unique geological features, three stream crossings, a small waterfall, and a great workout up 197 steps! Winter is one of my favorite times to hike the Geology Trail since the bare trees along the ridgeline offer stunning panoramic views of the landscape's topography in all directions.   This trail is rated as difficult due to some steep inclines, and we'll hike at an intermediate pace of roughly 2 mph (quick enough to raise your heart rate, but slow enough to chat with other hikers).  Optional: If the group is interested, we could head to Old Milford for food/drinks afterwards.  IMPORTANT TO KNOW: Cincinnati Nature Center requires daily admission at the gate ($10/adult) or an annual membership.  Hope you can make it!

Trail Leader Name: Kelly Volz

Date: 2/16/2024

Time: 5:00 PM

Location: Cincinnati Nature Center Rowe Woods

Trail: Goeology Trail

Meeting Place: Participants should meet at the map kiosk in front of Rowe Visitor Center. It's near the edge of the parking lot.

Mileage: 1.53

Pace (See notes): Intermediate

Trail Rating (easy, moderate, hard): Hard

Dogs allowed: yes

Other notes including trail conditions or equipment recommended:

Please bring water and wear appropriate footwear. Depending on amount of rain prior, waterproof boots may be a good idea to make crossing the streams more enjoyable or easier. If snowy and icy, traction cleats and trekking poles are nice to have for the stream crossings and inclines.

*Note: Beginners Pace is 1+ mph, Intermediate is 2+ mph, Speedy 3+ mph, or Runners 4+ mph.

Where dogs are permitted they must be leashed and kept under the owners control.

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Cincinnati Hikes is just a group of friends that hike together. We are not responsible for you or your experience. When hiking with us you understand that you're hiking your own hike ✌️. By joining our hike you and your party are agreeing to the Legal Liability that can be found at cincinnatihikes.com.