8의 Sunbury가지 명소 & 주요 장소

The Genoa Trail is a 4-mile smooth, paved path that runs straight through the trees, making it ideal for road and race bikes. It connects Genoa Township to Hoover Reservoir.

Alum Creek Lake was created by the damming of Alum Creek in 1974. It is known for its boating, fishing, and camping opportunities. The lake, which is technically a reservoir, spans about 3,387 acres.

The Out of Africa Trail is a paved trail that follows the southern banks of Alum Creek Lake. This trail is in homage to the significance of Alum Creek's history tied to the Underground Railroad. A portion of the passageway, known as Sycamore Trail, followed along Alum Creek. The road at the end of this trail, Africa Road, is named in honor of the settlement of 30 freed salves from North Carolina that once existed in the area.

The construction of the Alum Creek Dam started in 1970 and was finished in 1974. The walkway on the top of the dam offers views of Alum Creek Lake and the spillway below. The dam has a length of 10,000 feet and a maximum height of 93 feet.

Overlook Trail takes hikers along the top of a 20- to 40-foot-tall cliff composed mostly of shale that has views of Big Run below. Big Run is a tributary to the Olentangy River. The waterway and its shores within the park are known for the small waterfalls and interesting geological features of "potato chip shale" and various concretions.

Worth the quick stop