Independence Dam State Park - Park in Defiance - 27722 County Rd 424, USA

This is a pretty state park, very tranquil, not overly crowded. To get to the trail just go into the campground entrance and drive down as far as you can until you see a lot right before the area that requires a permit. Then just walk down the road past the campgrounds and you will come across the trail head. There are markers along the way so you know how far you have gone. There is only one 2.5 mile trail here, and it is flanked by two bodies of water, so bug spray isn't a bad idea for this park.

Independence Dam State Park is located on the banks of the Maumee State Scenic River and offers great views of the river and Independence Dam. It is a long narrow park with picnic shelters, hiking trails and primitive campgrounds. There are remnants of Ohio's canals at the entrance of the park. Independence Dam State Park is on the Buckeye Trail. It was quiet the day we were there without too many visitors and we had a very relaxing visit.

It's truly underrated and beautiful here. There is generally some litter, which is sad. Mostly the grounds are well maintained, and you can see a decent amount of wildlife. Although, I've never seen larger animals, but I don't stay very long. It's also secluded enough but not remote to the point of feeling dangerously alone. A lovely place to throw rocks, have a picnic, take a walk, read a book, or take in the serene sounds of nature.

Always a relaxing place to stop and walk around. Park Alison always clean and maintained very well.

Very cool place, nice amenities and views. Be sure to walk down and see the eagles nest!

Such a beautiful , peaceful place for reflection and meditation walks

3 mile each way out and back hiking path. Not the most scenic and close to the road but it seemed well maintained. Prob better not in winter months.

I have always loved going here for some family fun. Growing up, it was nice to have a place that wasn't too far away, but that gave off that feel of being somewhere far away. Catching fish, seeing snakes, or looking for snails, there was always something to do. It's too bad they filled in the area in the photo with rocks. That was my favorite place to spend time watching the fish.