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Boyer Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 147 Google reviews · Running trail in Westerville, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Boyer Nature Preserve's 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.
Ponds, wetlands, a stream, and boardwalk highlight this small nature preserve surrounded by a neighborhood.
What runners say about Boyer Nature Preserve
“- Vibe: Quiet, serene, and well-kept — ideal for reflection or photography.”
“Boyer Nature Preserve (located in Westerville, Ohio) is a peaceful and scenic natural area that's great for nature lovers and casual walkers.”
“Boyer Nature Preserve (located in Westerville, Ohio) is a peaceful and scenic natural area that's great for nature lovers and casual walkers.”
Still a wonderful little pond in the middle of Westerville. The Pond was quite full of water, so the boardwalk to the floating dock was a bit under water for me. Birds were heard, but not easily seen. Spanish bluebells were on the path. I will return in another season. Parking for about three cars. Path was well kept.
Its a nice quiet place to take a little walk in nature, where you can feel like you got away from the city for a bit. The GPS will take you to the WRONG road though. You want to turn down orchard, it's at the intersection of orchard and park.
Exactly half a mile (800m) around a small pond. Cool to run through and hike around the stream, and see the wildlife. Lots of activity from frogs, geese, bird and other animals. Very secluded for being in a neighborhood and I visit very often
Unique location being surrounded by houses but this small nature preserve pulls it off. Basically a decent size pond and wetlands with a stream. It does have a nice boardwalk and the trail is in good condition. Parking for 3 vehicles and no restrooms.
Trail conditions & character
“Boyer Nature Preserve (located in Westerville, Ohio) is a peaceful and scenic natural area that's great for nature lovers and casual walkers.”
“Boyer Nature Preserve is a quiet loop around a glacial pond, with a mix of gravel trail, dock, and boardwalk.”
“Boyer Nature Preserve (located in Westerville, Ohio) is a peaceful and scenic natural area that's great for nature lovers and casual walkers.”
“There are three parking spots right there.”
“Boyer Nature Preserve is a quiet loop around a glacial pond, with a mix of gravel trail, dock, and boardwalk.”
“- Highlights: A small lake, wooded trails, boardwalks, and a variety of wildlife (ducks, birds, turtles).”
Plan your run at Boyer Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Phone(614) 901-6500
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9 PM |
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