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Blackfork Wetlands
4.7 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Running trail in Mansfield, Ohio · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Blackfork Wetlands' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Blackfork Wetlands
“Out of all the nature walks/parks/etc in Ashland County this one is usually quiet and so open with great views.”
“Out of all the nature walks/parks/etc in Ashland County this one is usually quiet and so open with great views.”
Very beautiful Wetland area. There aren't any trails, but a very nice little boardwalk area with an observation tower. Very well maintained and beautiful views. There are some bird as well as bat boxes all around. Quite a few benches for such a small area to just sit and soak up nature.
There is just one short boardwalk here with a couple of viewing platforms. The wetland boasts of plenty of birds. I found it to be a pretty little place and I’d recommend at least a quick stop here if you’re in the area.
Wonderful time saw all kinds of wildlife great little walk to take the kids to they had a blast letting them explore & discover new things. Here's a photo of one of the nearby rivers which can be good for micro fishing!
This was a nice little walk! easy! if you have problems with your health and find long walks difficult but you still enjoy getting outside, this is the place for you!!
Trail conditions & character
“Out of all the nature walks/parks/etc in Ashland County this one is usually quiet and so open with great views.”
“Out of all the nature walks/parks/etc in Ashland County this one is usually quiet and so open with great views.”
“There aren't any trails, but a very nice little boardwalk area with an observation tower.”
Plan your run at Blackfork Wetlands
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
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