Black River Nature Preserve Bluebell Valley
8500 Richman Road

Lodi, Ohio 44254
Black River Nature Preserve Bluebell Valley webpage
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Coordinates: 41.041621, -82.035344
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Bluebell Valley is a quiet, remote area in which to enjoy nature. Visitors can expect to experience beautiful views of grasslands and woodlands, interesting walking trails, and lush habitat for butterflies and migrating birds. This area was part of a wetland mitigation and stream restoration project in 2002 that restored 8,000 linear feet of the Black River.
Phase 1 improvements have recently been completed, including a 20-car parking lot, a 10-foot-wide, half-mile limestone loop trail (accessible for wheelchairs and strollers), and a .65 natural-surface primitive trail that travels through native grasses, woods, and close to wetlands.
Additional improvements planned for Phase 2 in 2021 include a small picnic shelter and a restroom. Because the area is designated as a nature preserve, it will not include a playground or any paved areas. Leashed pets are welcome. Biking is not permitted.
Gravel Trail – .5 mile
Nature Trail – .65 mile
From Black River Nature Preserve Bluebell Valley webpage
Restroom on site, portable toilet. Permanent facilities to be added in the future.
Wheelchair accessible limestone loop trail.
