Buckeye Trail Association

Hike. Join. Volunteer!

Discover Ohio's 1,400+ mile adventure

Marked by iconic blue blazes and cared for by dedicated volunteers, this hiking trail invites you to explore Ohio’s wild spaces, vibrant communities, and the stories that shape its past and future.

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Buckeye Trail Association overview map with freeways and cities for reference.

Your gift, doubled

Every gift matched dollar for dollar through Nov. 30. Our goal: $25,000 by Oct. 17 and $75,000 total!

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Be part of the BTA community

The Buckeye Trail Association (BTA) is a statewide community of hikers, volunteers, partners, and supporters who care for Ohio’s 1,400+ mile hiking trail. When you join the BTA, you help protect the trail, support fellow hikers, and strengthen the communities it connects.

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Hike. Join. Volunteer. Give.

There are many ways to be part of the Buckeye Trail—on the path and behind the scenes.

Hike

Discover a Section near you, explore Ohio’s landscapes, or take on the full 1,400+ mile loop.

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Join

Become a member and connect with a statewide community that cares about the trail’s future.

Belong to something bigger →

Volunteer

Lend a hand on the trail, at events, or behind the scenes—no experience necessary.

Pitch in on the trail →

Give

Your donation keeps the trail open, safe, and beautiful for everyone to enjoy.

Support the trail →

Emma “Grandma” Gatewood—legendary hiker and founding BTA member—joined the trail’s first hike in 1959. She knew Ohio’s forests were worth fighting for. Today, we continue that legacy.