Park & Trail Alerts

Rain, thunderstorms, and flooding can be hard on trails. Visitors are encouraged to check for updates before their visit and to follow all posted trail and parking area closing signs. For safety reasons, trails are closed to all users while trail crews are using equipment to complete repairs and maintenance. The following list reflects the most up to date trail closings and construction projects as of September 20, 2023. Expect rough conditions after any flooding or storms.

Walborn Reservoir

Status Alert: Fishing Pier Access Restricted and Boat Ramp Warning

A portion of the fishing pier near the marina is closed due to structural issues. Fishing is still permitted on the open section. There are no benches or cut outs in this area. Expect low water levels near the boat launch area and throughout the reservoir. Use extreme caution in this area and around the courtesy dock. The Red Trail will be temporarily rerouted while tree cleanup continues. Please follow the pink flags to loop around northern point of the loop.

Mahoning Valley Trail

Status Alert: Rockhill Bypass Closed due to Nearby Construction and Hunting Season

The Rockhill Ave. bypass trail will be closed for several months beginning while construction occurs near the sewer treatment plant. Construction equipment will be in close proximity to the trail for the Rt. 225 bridge removal project between Gaskill and Rt. 225 boardwalk. Please use caution in this area. Please wear bright clothing while hiking and biking the Mahoning Valley Trail during hunting seasons. Private property near the trail does allow hunting.

Quail Hollow Park

Status Alert: Mountain Bike Trail Closed Until Further Notice

Ongoing tree removal is still happening around the park after strong winds took down many trees. The Mountain Bike Trail is closed until further notice. The number of trees that still need removed is large.

Sippo Lake Marina

Status Alert: Stand-Up Paddleboard Rentals Unavailable

Stand-up paddleboard rentals are not currently available due to the presence of blue-green algae in the water. Personal equipment may be launched and used at your own risk. For more information visit www.ohioalgaeinfo.com.

Walborn Marina

Status Alert: Pontoon Rides Suspended for 2023 and Stand-Up Paddleboard Rentals Not Available

Due to low water levels, pontoon reservations will not be available for the rest of the 2023 boating season. Stand-up paddleboard rentals are not currently available due to the presence of blue-green algae in the water. Personal equipment may be launched and used at your own risk. for more information visit www.ohioalgaeinfo.com

Tam O'Shanter Park

Status Alert: 2023 Construction

Parking lots are aging and the layout doesn’t serve park patrons as well as it could. A Clean Ohio site improvements grant will fund 75% of the cost to upgrade the entrance and parking. Crews will be staking out areas for revised parking lot and driveways, removing and relocating vegetation, and performing some initial grading. The parking lot and driveway construction is anticipated to start this summer and the first phase to be completed by the end of the year. Expect changes to current parking availability as well as changes to some of the temporary trail routes. Jackson Township is beginning construction of the ballfields at Schuring Park. For safety, the green trail will be rerouted to avoid the construction area. Please stay away from the construction area and temporary fencing. Long-term, this area will provide for parking and a future picnic shelter.