Visiting the Glen

 

Visitors are welcome at Glen Helen, a 1,000-acre nature preserve of woods, waterways, prairies, and fields, laced with 25 miles of trails. The grounds are open daily, dawn to dusk. Please obey the following rules and guidelines to help protect this special place:

DO

• Remain on the trails at all times. They are only for pedestrian--not bicycle or moped--use. Exceptions are made only for wheelchairs.
• Walk your dog or cat in the Glen only if they are on a leash of no more than 6 feet in length and are under firm control. No animals, wild or domestic, should be released in Glen Helen.
• Refrain from littering. Better yet, help us by carrying out any trash that you may find.
• Register all non-family groups of 10 or more in advance at 937-769-1902. A donation of $1 per person is appreciated.

DON'T

• Pick or collect flowers, mushrooms, rocks, wood, etc. All wildlife, vegetation, and natural features (except for invasive plants like honeysuckle or garlic mustard) are protected.
• Swim, bathe, or wade in the Glen. Also, the water quality of the Yellow Spring is not tested regularly. Drink at your own risk.
• Picnic or camp in the Glen or parking lots. Such facilities are available at nearby John Bryan State Park.
• Deface or distrurb any markers, monuments, or statues.
• Disturb any educational programs that may be in process throughout the Glen.
• Use radios, tape/disc players, and electronically amplified instruments in the Glen.
• Consume alcoholic beverages or any controlled substances.
• Park your vehicle so it is blocking an access gate. Vehicles blocking a gate will be towed at the owner's expense. Ample parking is at 405 Corry St. with a fee of $2. Handicapped parking is available at the far end of the lot.

Glen Helen is a private nature preserve and does not receive state, county, or federal funding for its operations. Your contributions help preserve and maintain the Glen.