Outdoor Recreation

Get out to explore and discover the great parks of Fairfield County Park District by taking part in the GeoTrail. The Fairfield County Park District has created 15 caches, each with a short story about its location and a code word inside. If you find them all, use the code words to complete the ExploreFCPD GeoTrail 2023 Puzzle and get coordinates for a bonus cache with neat prizes inside!

Go Wild! Nature Fair is presented by Coyote Run and the Fairfield County Park District. This is a brand new event focusing on nature! There will be displays, presentations, guided hikes, and more. Roast hot dogs and make s'mores over the open fire, or munch on fresh popcorn. Spend the day with others who appreciate nature and conservation and make new friends!

The Lancaster Camp Ground is proud to announce its first annual Color Run 5K!

Visit Howell Park in Bremen on Saturday, October 14th for the Bremen Pumpkin Walk. There will be a bonfire, concessions, and a lighted pumpkin arch. Pumpkin carving for this event will take place on October 12th and 13th at the Bremen Rushcreek Fire Department from 6-8pm. On the night of the event, enjoy 125+ pumpkins along a dimly lit path with activities for the whole family including cider, coca, photo ops, and more! 

Visit Charles Alley Memorial Park on Saturday, October 21 to enjoy the Pumpkin Hike! Discover one of the fun, fall activities in Lancaster and carve your pumpkin. Please note for the safety of pets and visitors, pets are not permitted at this event.

Join the adventure in 2023 by hiking in Lancaster's parks! Lancaster Parks & Recreation outdoor education staff will be leading monthly nature hikes in various parks. Each hike is moderate paced involving 2+ miles on uneven terrain. Special prizes will be given out to those participating in the most hikes throughout the year. Registration is not mandatory, but will allow the staff to email updates on the hikes directly to you.

The first TINAR race returns for 2023 with the same great course and same location! On November 18, visit Alley Park to compete for cash and prizes in a half or full marathon! Learn more and register online here.

On Sunday, December 10, bundle up for one last look at all the Christmas lights at Alley Park. Take a self-guided hike through the lights around Lake Loretta after dark. Enjoy concessions and bonfires behind the nature center before heading home. This event is free and open to the public.

Tour de Buckeye Lake is cycling event for any skill level, focused on displaying the beauty of the Buckeye Lake region hosted by Bike Buckeye Lake.