The trail’s long. Go together.
What is a circuit hike?
A circuit hike means completing the entire Buckeye Trail—more than 1,400 miles of connected trail forming a loop around Ohio. Some hikers tackle it in large Sections, or even all at once. Others complete it gradually, one weekend or one day at a time. However you approach it, every mile brings you closer to a full circuit—and every step is part of your story.
Hike with our trail community
The Buckeye Trail Circuit Hike group meets one weekend a month to hike portions of the trail with no pressure—and no prerequisites. Some hikers are aiming to complete all 1,400+ miles. Others come for the camaraderie, the scenery, or just a good day on the trail. Everyone’s welcome.
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Ready to hike?
Check out upcoming circuit hike events, or email active Circuit Hike Group leader Richard Morgan with any questions: Rmorgan762@aol.com
Hike at your own pace
- Come for one day, a weekend, or the whole series
- Make friends, discover new towns, and support each other along the way
- Want to hike the whole trail? Join every month, and finish in 3–4 years
- Get all the details and sign up at the Circuit Hike meetup page
Click to view upcoming circuit and section hikes →
Stories From Ohio’s 1,400+ mile trail
The Buckeye Trail became a full loop in 1980, then expanded again in 2005. Get inspired by Tales from the Trail, where members share their Circuit Hike progress and stories.
