Marion Tallgrass Trail

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Marion Tallgrass Trail Recreational trail, that is paved for 12.4 miles. No motor vehicles allowed. This is one of five parks in the Marion County Park District.
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For more information about the park district, see www.marioncountyparks.info

Have you visited Quarry Park in Marion? 📸Although Quarry Park isn’t owned or managed by the Marion County Park District,...
10/22/2026

Have you visited Quarry Park in Marion? 📸

Although Quarry Park isn’t owned or managed by the Marion County Park District, this beautiful spot is managed by the City of Marion and has plenty of interesting wildlife, unique landmarks, and natural features to explore!

We’d like to give a big thank-you to Mtown Photography for capturing and sharing these wonderful photos! Be sure to head over to their page and give them a follow to see more of their great work. 📷

There’s always something new to discover when you get outdoors! 🌳

Join us for a Fall Foliage Hike at Myers Woods Nature Preserve on Wednesday, October 21, at 5:00 PM!Fall is a beautiful ...
10/19/2026

Join us for a Fall Foliage Hike at Myers Woods Nature Preserve on Wednesday, October 21, at 5:00 PM!

Fall is a beautiful time to get outdoors and enjoy nature as the leaves change colors and the landscape transforms into a vibrant display of autumn beauty. Come explore the trails with us, take in the sights of the season, and enjoy the crisp fall air!
We hope to see you there! 🍁

Address: 3965 Wyandot-Marion Road Harpster, OH 43323

Last night’s Nighttime Nature Detectives program was truly magical! 🌙🦉 Despite the chilly temperatures, we saw and heard...
10/18/2026

Last night’s Nighttime Nature Detectives program was truly magical! 🌙🦉 Despite the chilly temperatures, we saw and heard so much of what makes the nighttime woods so special.

We were fortunate enough to encounter both an eastern screech owl and a barred owl, making for an unforgettable evening! In his 11 years with the Marion County Park District, Naturalist James has encountered barred owls at the Marion Tallgrass Trail only three times. He typically encounters them at some of our other parks, including Terradise and Myers Woods, making last night’s sighting extra special!

We also heard coyotes howling in the distance, adding another exciting sound to our nighttime adventure. 🐺

It’s amazing what you can discover when you slow down, listen closely, and explore nature after dark. Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us for this memorable evening!

Get outside, explore, and discover the magic of nature after dark! 🌲✨

🎃 Want to join the fun at our Trail of Treats? 🍬We’re looking for friendly faces to help pass out candy to our trick-or-...
10/17/2026

🎃 Want to join the fun at our Trail of Treats? 🍬

We’re looking for friendly faces to help pass out candy to our trick-or-treaters on Saturday, October 24th! It’s a wonderful way to get involved and put smiles on kids' faces.

Send us a message if you'd like to sign up or get more details! ✨

The Marion County Park District is accepting bids until 4 pm on Thursday, Nov 5 for the construction of a 1,200 square f...
10/16/2026

The Marion County Park District is accepting bids until 4 pm on Thursday, Nov 5 for the construction of a 1,200 square foot pole-barn style maintenance and storage shed at the Holland Rd trailhead of the Tallgrass Trail. Bidders should be able to provide documentation of three similar projects. Once notification to proceed is given to the selected bid, the contractor will have 160 days to complete the project.
This project is funded by a grant.

Receive Electronic Bid Documents by emailing
[email protected], (440) 799-0597

Bids should be submitted by email to: [email protected]
Contract Base Bid Estimate: $102,000. Alt #1: $1,500.

Earlier this week, Naturalist James led his first Ohio Prairies session as part of the Marion Public Library’s Adult Lif...
10/16/2026

Earlier this week, Naturalist James led his first Ohio Prairies session as part of the Marion Public Library’s Adult Lifelong Learning program at the Larry R. Yoder Prairie on The Ohio State University at Marion campus! 🌾

During the session, participants explored the prairie and learned about the local flora growing throughout this unique habitat.

Next week, Naturalist James will continue the series with a more in-depth presentation exploring some of Ohio’s prairies, their unique history, and what makes these ecosystems so special.

Stay tuned as we continue to learn more about Ohio’s fascinating natural history! 🌿

🌿 Naturalist James Visits Harrison Elementary! 🐾Naturalist James recently visited Harrison Elementary School to talk wit...
10/15/2026

🌿 Naturalist James Visits Harrison Elementary! 🐾

Naturalist James recently visited Harrison Elementary School to talk with third-grade students about animal classification! Students learned how scientists organize animals into different groups based on their shared characteristics.

📚 Attention, Marion County teachers! Did you know the Marion County Park District offers a wide variety of nature education programs for students of all grade levels? Our programs are FREE for Marion County schools, and we work directly with teachers to align our programs with classroom curriculum and educational standards.

From Ohio wildlife and ecosystems to plants, habitats, and so much more, we love helping students connect with the natural world through hands-on learning experiences!

Interested in bringing a nature education program to your classroom? Email us at [email protected] to learn more and schedule a program.

🌳 Let’s get students outside, exploring, and learning about the natural world!

Naturalist James captured some photos today at the Claridon Prairie, and they’re a great reminder that even when our pra...
10/13/2026

Naturalist James captured some photos today at the Claridon Prairie, and they’re a great reminder that even when our prairies are turning brown, there’s still a whole lot going on!

As autumn settles into Marion County, many of our native prairie flowers have finished blooming, and the grasses and seed heads are taking center stage. But don’t let those brown and golden colors fool you! 🍂

🌱 Here are a few fun prairie facts for this time of year:

🌾 Seeds are the stars of the season! Many native prairie plants have produced seeds that will feed birds and other wildlife throughout fall and winter. Some seeds will also remain in the soil until conditions are right for new plants to grow.

🐦 The prairie is a natural bird feeder! American goldfinches and other seed-eating birds can take advantage of the abundance of seeds. Those standing stalks and grasses also provide shelter for wildlife.

🦋 Insects are still part of the picture! While many pollinators have become less active as temperatures cool, prairie stems, leaf litter, and seed heads provide important habitat for insects and other small creatures.

❄️ Winter preparation is underway! Standing grasses and dried plant material help provide cover for wildlife during the colder months. Leaving native vegetation standing can help support the prairie ecosystem long after the flowers are gone.

The next time you drive past a prairie and see nothing but brown grasses, take another look. There’s a remarkable ecosystem at work, preparing for winter and setting the stage for another growing season next spring!

Let’s appreciate these special natural areas and the wildlife they support in every season. ❤️

🌿 Exciting Things Are Happening at the Marion County Park District! 🐍🕷️💀We have a busy week ahead with several exciting ...
10/11/2026

🌿 Exciting Things Are Happening at the Marion County Park District! 🐍🕷️💀

We have a busy week ahead with several exciting programs and opportunities to get involved with your local parks! Check out what’s coming up:

🐍🕷️ Wednesday, October 14 – Scales & Silk | 5:00 PM
Join us at Marion Tallgrass Trail for our Scales & Silk program, featuring snakes and spiders! Learn about the fascinating snakes and spiders that call Ohio home.

🌳 Thursday, October 15 – Park Board Meeting | 12:00 PM
Join us at the County Building, located at 222 West Center Street, for our monthly Park Board meeting. This is a great opportunity to share your ideas, questions, and concerns about our parks, including Greenspur, Terradise Nature Preserve, Myers Woods, and Marion Tallgrass Trail. We welcome community input!

💀 Thursday, October 15 – Skillful Skulls | 5:00 PM
Later that day, head out to Marion Tallgrass Trail to learn how to identify animal skulls! Discover how skulls can help us understand the animals that live in our area.

🦉🌙 Saturday, October 17 – Nighttime Nature Detectives | 7:00 PM
Join us at Marion Tallgrass Trail for our Nighttime Nature Detectives program! Similar to our Night Hike at the Park, this program puts a greater focus on nocturnal animals and nighttime activities. This will be our final nighttime program of the year, so don’t miss out!

⚠️ Please Note: Programs may be canceled due to weather conditions. Be sure to follow our social media accounts for the latest updates and any schedule changes.

We hope to see you out exploring and enjoying your Marion County parks! 🌿

🎃🍬 We’re still looking for volunteers to help pass out candy! 🍬🎃Everyone, we could still use a few helping hands! If you...
10/10/2026

🎃🍬 We’re still looking for volunteers to help pass out candy! 🍬🎃

Everyone, we could still use a few helping hands! If you’d like to volunteer and be part of the fun, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Can’t volunteer but still want to help? We’re also accepting candy donations! Even donating just one bag of candy can make a big difference and help make this event extra special for everyone. ❤️

If you’d like to donate, send us a message, and we can arrange to meet you at Tallgrass Trail to pick it up.

Thank you all for supporting the Marion County Park District and helping us make this event a success! 🎃👻🍭

Address

2093 Holland Road W
Marion, OH
43302

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+17402234161

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