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Old Stone Church Trailhead

New Straitsville, Ohio · Perry County · Facility

This trailhead is part of the Stone Church Horse Trail System.Named for the skeletal ruins of an old stone church nearby, the Stone Church Horse Trail System provides a great opportunity for scenic riding on 21 miles of trails. Various loops for other distances are available. The horse trail winds through the rolling h…

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About Old Stone Church Trailhead

This trailhead is part of the Stone Church Horse Trail System.Named for the skeletal ruins of an old stone church nearby, the Stone Church Horse Trail System provides a great opportunity for scenic riding on 21 miles of trails. Various loops for other distances are available. The horse trail winds through the rolling hills of the Wayne National Forest. The trails will lead you through a variety of vegetation: open fields, brushland, mature forest, and new forest. Along the way, you may glimpse wildlife, and will recognize the influence of humans, both now and in the past. You will also pass many of our land management activities.

How to Get There

To find this campground and trailhead west of Shawnee, OH:Take State Route 93 out of Shawnee.Turn left on County Road 38.The Horse Camp and main trailhead is on the right, the old primitive campground trail head is further on to the west.

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Plan Your Visit to Old Stone Church Trailhead

Heading to Old Stone Church Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Old Stone Church Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Old Stone Church Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/261306) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Old Stone Church Trailhead?

To find this campground and trailhead west of Shawnee, OH:Take State Route 93 out of Shawnee.Turn left on County Road 38.The Horse Camp and main trailhead is on the right, the old primitive campground trail head is further on to the west.