Pierson Creek Valley Hike
Challenge yourself with a morning hike on our newest trails!

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Explore some of Holden Arboretum’s newest trails!
Join Holden Arboretum staff for a challenging hike through the stunning forest ecosystems of the Pierson Creek Valley. This woodland area was closed to the public for years before opening with newly imagined trails in Fall 2024 thanks to our hardworking trail crew and volunteers.
Terrain: up to 4.5 miles, stairs up and down, steep hills, uneven and natural terrain, creek crossings, brisk pace. Hiking poles and waterproof shoes recommended.
Age: Adult, teens 16 & over with adult
Time: 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: meet your guide at Holden Arboretum Corning Visitors Center
Pierson Creek Valley Hike
Saturday, April 26, 2025
9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Price: $10 per member, $20 per nonmember

Jen Graham
Adult Program Coordinator
Jen has worked in museum and outdoor education for almost two decades. She is an award-winning public historian and naturalist interested in how history and natural history connect to encourage social investment and sense of place. From Yellow Springs, to Oberlin, to Cleveland, Jen has brought passion and curiosity to her career in education and is always excited to meet fellow plant and planet lovers.