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Local Parks: Wesleyan MetroPark

1441 Wesleyan Road
Dayton, OH 45406
Phone: (937) 275-7275
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About the park

Situated on Wolf Creek, it's hard to believe this scenic, natural area is located within Dayton city limits. Beautiful woodlands, the river and wildlife bring urban residents close to nature. In addition, Wesleyan is the site of Adventure Central, an innovative partnership between MetroParks and Ohio State University Extension, 4-H Youth Development. Here urban youth learn more about the environment and themselves through after-school programs, clubs and camps.

Hours

• April 1st to October 31st - 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
• November 1st to March 31st - 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
• Closed Christmas and New Year's Days

Park Features

Highlights

Adventure Central: Adventure Central is a dynamic, youth education center made possible through a collaboration of MetroParks and Ohio State University Extension, 4-H Youth Development. It offers exciting programs during after-school hours and the summer with an emphasis on nature and science. Youth are engaged in hands-on learning, as well as get assistance with homework, as they interact with staff and volunteers.

Wolf Creek: Wolf Creek supports a variety of wildlife and offers scenic views as it flows through Wesleyan MetroPark. Both great blue herons and green herons have been spotted foraging in the creek and trees show signs of beaver activity. The creek also supports a variety of fish including spotfin shiners, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and rainbow, green, fantail and Johnny darters. Popular scenic viewing spots include the pedestrian bridge over Wolf Creek, the paved pathway beneath the railroad crossing, and the gravel bar along the creek reached from the hiking trail on the west side of the creek.

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