The Mad River Gorge & Nature Preserve is 91 acres of natural beauty, encompassing a main hiking trail along an old railroad, access to the Mad River, natural dolomite cliffs reaching heights up to 50 feet for rock climbing, and a beautiful stream-side forest teeming with native wildflowers and ideal birdwatching opportunities.
Rock Climbing
According to the Ohio Climbers Coalition, the Clark County Park District is working on expanding the park with new land purchases in the near future, and once this occurs, it will be the largest climbing area in Ohio featuring a mixture of sport, trad, and some bouldering routes.
Awards
The Mad River Gorge & Nature Preserve was recognized by the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association with a first-place award in the Natural Resources & Conservation category in 2017. The Mad River Gorge is owned and operated by the Clark County Park District.
