Cedar Bog Nature Preserve

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Cedar Bog Nature Preserve Official page of Cedar Bog Nature Preserve & Cedar Bog Association. Please be aware that our open hours and boardwalk access can change at any time.
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Cedar Bog Nature Preserve was the first nature preserve in Ohio purchased with state money and is considered by many to be Ohio’s premier natural area. Owned by the state of Ohio, the site is operated by the non-profit Cedar Bog Association for the Ohio History Connection. Cedar Bog is a National Natural Landmark, one of only twenty-five in the state of Ohio – recognized for its national significance. It ranks the highest of any site in the state on the Ohio Floristic Diversity Index for its great diversity of plants. The boardwalk will be closed any time the expected wind speeds may exceed 25 – 30 mph, for the safety of our visitors.

10/15/2026

Geology program today, 4:00! Hear about the unique geology of Cedar Bog by geologists Tyler Norris and Molly Hunt. Rain or shine!

Another Boo in the books! Thanks to the great team of folks that made it happen! We had about 480 attendees and an amazi...
10/14/2026

Another Boo in the books! Thanks to the great team of folks that made it happen! We had about 480 attendees and an amazing 90 volunteers!
Maddie, Diana, Cheryl, Carol, Kathy, Allison, Kelsey, the Michael family for donating all of the pumpkins, West Liberty Salem FFA and art classes for carving them, and the many, many other wonderful volunteers, THANKS! If you have pictures from Boo, share in comments!
A reminder that tomorrow (Thursday, Oct. 15th) is our FREE Geology walk with geologists Tyler Norris and Molly Hunt exploring the unique geology of Cedar Bog, starting at 4:00 pm. No need to register! Hope to see you there!

We close at 4 PM today, 10/09/2026, in preparation of Boo in the Bog. See you soon!
10/09/2026

We close at 4 PM today, 10/09/2026, in preparation of Boo in the Bog. See you soon!

Join us next week for a walk and talk about Cedar Bog’s unique geology! This FREE program starts at 4 PM on Thursday, Oc...
10/08/2026

Join us next week for a walk and talk about Cedar Bog’s unique geology! This FREE program starts at 4 PM on Thursday, October 15th. No registration required. 🪨🌳

Join geologists Tyler Norris and Molly E. Hunt for a trip back in time to the Ice Age. After a short talk about the local glacial geology, participants will be led on the ADA-accessible boardwalk through one of Ohio’s premier natural areas.

Attendees will learn how the Ice Age shaped the area's landscape, leading to the formation of the bog. Ice Age plants and animals will be discussed as well.

Hikers are encouraged to wear sturdy hiking boots and/or waterproof shoes, bring hiking/walking sticks, and have plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, and bug spray.

The event is free and recommended for ages 5 and up.

Last chance for Boo in the Bog 2026 tickets! Ticket sales end TOMRROW, October 9th, at 4 PM. 🎃 Dress up, enjoy some natu...
10/08/2026

Last chance for Boo in the Bog 2026 tickets! Ticket sales end TOMRROW, October 9th, at 4 PM.

🎃 Dress up, enjoy some nature, eat some good food, and more! 🎃

Cedar Bog Nature Preserve will be CLOSED on October 11th, 2026, to let our volunteers, board members, and staff rest aft...
10/07/2026

Cedar Bog Nature Preserve will be CLOSED on October 11th, 2026, to let our volunteers, board members, and staff rest after Boo in the Bog. We will open on Wednesday, October 14th with normal hours. See you at Boo!

We’re very excited about this weekend! Do you have your tickets? This time of year we begin to see the seed heads of the...
10/07/2026

We’re very excited about this weekend! Do you have your tickets?

This time of year we begin to see the seed heads of the wonderful flora of Cedar Bog. You probably have many in your garden as well. Please LEAVE them! They provide food for birds over winter, shelter for many insects, they add nutrients back to the soil when they break down, and they add visual, textural interest to your garden! Can you match the picture to the name? Liatris, goldenrod, evening primrose, ironweed.
See you for BOO this weekend!

Check out the survey that Cedar Bog Association put together recently!
10/03/2026

Check out the survey that Cedar Bog Association put together recently!

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Boo in the Bog tickets are selling out FAST! Get your tickets before it's too late: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketin...
10/02/2026

Boo in the Bog tickets are selling out FAST! Get your tickets before it's too late: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/boo-in-the-bog

Join us on October 9th and 10th for Cedar Bog's "Boo in the Bog" event. Take a guided tour on the boardwalk at night, make some crafts, enjoy the campfire, and more!

Address

980 Woodburn Road
Urbana, OH
43078

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 7pm

Telephone

+19374843744

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