Visitor Information

A visit to the Edge of Appalachia Preserve System will reward you with stunning vistas, lush forests, clean creeks and streams, and beautiful prairies. 



There are currently 5 trails open to the public. They are: The Joan Jones Portman Trail, Buzzardroost Rock Trail, The Wilderness Trail, Cedar Falls and Lynx Prairie. Fore more information about these trails and downloadable trail maps please click here. All of the trail heads have signs that look like the one pictured here at the Portman trail.





A good first spot to visit when coming to the Edge is the Creek's Bend Overlook. A scenic spot overlooking Ohio Brush Creek, visitors will find a restroom facility, picnic tables, trail maps, and more information about the Preserve. This area is conveniently located directly across from the Portman trail as well.






Please be aware of the following rules when visiting EOA:
Edge of Appalachia Preserve System Rules for Visitation
  • Preserve open from dawn to dusk
  • Stay on established trails unless granted a written, off-trail permit.
  • ATVs, snowmobiles and other motorized vehicles are prohibited
  • Pets (except service dogs), horses and bicycles are prohibited
  • Trapping, fires and camping prohibited
  • Hunting by special permit only
  • No littering or dumping
  • Alcoholic beverages prohibited
  • Firearms are prohibited except when hunting by permit
  • The collection of plants or seed, animals, or natural materials or the use of the preserve for scientific research requires written permission from The Nature Conservancy and Cincinnati Museum Center


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