This Ohio State Park Has A Sycamore Tree You Can Step Inside

There’s nothing quite as grounding and wise as a big, old tree. Ohio may not have the redwood forests of California, but we have numerous arboretums and state parks teeming with beautiful trees. We found a giant sycamore tree in Deer Creek State Park that’s easily one of the coolest natural wonders in Ohio. Tree huggers, take note: this massive sycamore tree is so big, you won’t be able to wrap your arms around it! So you’ll just have to step inside…

Located in the heart of Ohio’s agricultural country, Deer Creek State Park is a beautiful expanse that really does have it all: forests and meadows, hiking trails and water recreation, a beautiful lodge, and an 18-hole golf course.

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As a result, this resort park is a favorite summer getaway destination in Ohio, offering an affordable and accessible place to reconnect with nature.

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Deer Creek is dotted with beautiful trees and woodlands that pop with the colors of wildflowers in the spring and fall foliage in the autumn.

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Nine miles of hiking trails wind through the Ohio State Park, which is better known for angling, golfing, and camping than it is for hiking. But for those willing to do a little exploring on foot, the rewards are big…

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…very big! Deer Creek State Park, like other parks in central Ohio, has fertile, nutrient-rich soil deposited by glaciers a long time ago.

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As a result, there are some marvelously massive trees at Deerk Creek State Park, including this beautiful oak tree, which is 20’ in circumference and large enough to fit several people in its trunk!

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With several easy loop trails and a longer equestrian trail, hikers have much to discover in this Ohio State Park… including some tremendous trees!

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Have you seen this beautiful sycamore tree in Ohio in person? This is one marvelous monolith worth seeking out! Visit the Deer Creek State Park website for more information and to plan your adventure.

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Address: Deer Creek State Park, 20635 State Park Road 20, Mt Sterling, OH 43143, USA