WELCOME TO THE HERITAGE

TRAILS PARK DISTRICT

OUR PARKS
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PARK STORIES

By Terry McDonald December 1, 2025
Heritage Trails has wheels!
New benches & trail signage installed at Kuffner Nature Preserve
By Terry McDonald November 10, 2025
New memorial park benches and trail signs have recently been installed at the Dr. Elizabeth Yahl Kuffner Nature Preserve
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EVENTS

2026 April Showers Cabin Fever Hike - St. Marys, Ohio
By Terry McDonald November 10, 2025
Join Heritage Trails Park District on Sunday, April 12th for our April Showers hike along the Miami Erie Canal! Bring the whole family! Pets on a leash are welcome as well. Meet at Noble Township Hall, located at 16586 CR 66A, just north of St. Marys from 1pm-3pm.
April 20 - May 4, 2026
By Terry McDonald November 9, 2025
Heritage Trails Park District invites you to explore the Dr. Elizabeth Yahl Kuffner Nature Preserve for a spring wildflower hike! Enjoy a self-guided hike along the wooded trails of this unique nature preserve, where numerous species of Ohio’s native wildflowers can be found, including the official State Wildflower of
Guided spring wildflower hike - April 23
By Terry McDonald October 5, 2025
Join Heritage Trails Park District Volunteer ShelbyDawn Oakes for an interpretive spring wildflower hike at the Dr. Elizabeth Yahl Kuffner Nature Preserve on Thursday, April 23rd at 6:30pm. All are invited for this stroll along the boardwalk trail as Shelby teaches us about Ohio's native wildflower species. This guided
By Terry McDonald October 3, 2025
The St. Marys Community Public Library and the Heritage Trails Park District invite the public to a Gardener’s Swap and Share from May 4th to May 13th during library hours. A cart will be stationed near the entrance of the library. Folks are able to swap or share potted seedlings, plants, and supplies with fellow garde
By Terry McDonald October 1, 2025
The St. Marys Community Public Library and the Heritage Trails Park District invite the public to a Gardener’s Swap and Share on Wednesday, May 13th. Join us for a presentation at 7:00 p.m. given by T. Rae Neal, who will talk about “Health Benefits of Gardening.” Before the presentation, at 5:30 p.m., come to the parki
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WELCOME TO THE HERITAGE
TRAILS PARK DISTRICT

Founded in 1996, the Heritage Trails Park District currently protects more than 40 acres of land and water in Auglaize County, and offers year-round recreational and educational opportunities for youth and adults.


The Park District also strives to offer a variety of educational, recreational and historic programs. Participation and involvement is strongly encouraged. Please contact us if your are interested in volunteering.

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