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13200 Fairview Rd
Newark, OH 43056
740-323-4228

Parks and Recreation

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Licking Park District

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Taft Reserve

10250 Flint Ridge Road, Newark, Ohio

Taft Reserve’s 425 acres contain eight plus miles of horseback riding and hiking trails through woodland and meadow habitats. The area is noted for its abundance of spring wildflowers, owl, deer, wild turkey and coyote. The trails follow hilly terrain and are considered moderately strenuous.

William C. Kraner Nature Center

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10380 Fairview Road

William C. Kraner Nature Center offers programs for children, families, and adults with live educational animals and collections of study skins, nests, and other natural materials useful as aids in learning about nature. This facility is managed by Ohio Nature Education (ONE). More information regarding ONE, including a calendar of events, visit www.ohionature.org

  • Educational displays about Licking County cultural and natural history

  • Currently managed by O.N.E.

  • Excellent experience for local youth & students

Franklin Township Community Park

11152 Flint Ridge Road, Newark, Ohio

Bring the kids out to the newly reconstructed play ground located in the back of the Franklin Twp. Community Center property. Enjoy a picnic under the shelter house or just spend some quiet time with nature.

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