Richland B & O Trail

A paved 18.4 mile bike trail is built on the railroad bed of the former Baltimore & Ohio Railway. Connecting Mansfield, Lexington, Bellville and Butler, the trail tr

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Bridle Trails

60+ miles of horse trails connect Malabar Farm, Pleasant Hill Lake Park and Mohican State Forest. Open year round and suitable for riders with all levels of experience.

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B&O Trail: The Gateway to Four Communities

The B&O Trail has been a local favorite of cyclists, joggers, in-line skaters, and even cross-country skiers since it first opened 25 years ago. This paved, 18.4-mile bike trail runs from Butler, in southern Richland County all the way to North Lake Park in Mansfield, gently winding its way through some of the most scenic parts of the area and through four distinct communities.

There are many places to start and pause your trek along the former path of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, but the gentle inclines of the bike trail make cruising from one city to the next a breeze. Hop on and off the trail for dining, shopping, and attractions at each of these communities and discover their personalities for yourself....

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Must-Hike Trails Around Richland County

Get in touch with nature before summer ends or plan a hike as the leaves start to change! Whether you want to take a stroll on a park path, trek through the woods, or just explore the local flora and fauna, we’ve got must-hike trails for you right here. From the wedding site of Bogie and Bacall at Malabar Farm State Park and the paved 18.4 miles of the Richland B&O Bike Trail to the amazing rich park landscapes at Gorman Nature Center and the Ohio Bird Sanctuary, each spot offers a different experience. Check out the list below to learn why you can’t miss these trails....

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Travel Our Trails

Travel Our Trails… With trails made for bikes, hikes, cars and hooves, Mansfield has miles of trails to explore.  Where will our trails take you? The Shawshank Trail The ultimate Shawshank Redemption experience! This internationally known trail features 15 movie sites from the No. 1 movie of all time (IMDb) attracts fans from all over...

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Mansfield Biking Trails

Areas Along Mansfield Biking Trails Mansfield is home to some incredible attractions such as Kingwood Center, Oak Hill Cottage, Mansfield Art Center, Renaissance Theatre, and the Historic Ohio State Reformatory made famous in "The Shawshank Redemption". This section of your journey spans some of the most diverse terrains you’ll find on the trail. As you...

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Malabar Farm State Park

Working farm of Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Louis Bromfield, and the location where Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall were married. Attend one of their special events or a holiday tour of the Big House.

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Shawshank Trail for Group Tours

A personal step-on-guide will provide the most exclusive tour of where this classic movie was filmed!  Explore up to 15 sites and put yourself in the same locations as Andy, Red and Warden Norton.  Hear behind the scenes stories at the Ohio State Reformatory, Malabar Farm and Renaissance Theatre. Package Highlights include· Photo opportunities galore!  Personal...

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Kingwood Center Gardens

Enter through the stunning Garden Gateway visitor center and follow the brick pathways through flourishing gardens, past lovely fountains, ponds, and inviting spaces to pause and refresh.

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