About Nature Rx
Our prescription for a healthier, happier life!
Through the power of the great outdoors, Ohio State Parks offers the perfect setting to reduce stress, boost well-being and reconnect with nature – no copay required! Our daily lives keep us indoors and sometimes overwhelmed by daily demands.
Nature Rx Ohio is here to encourage Ohioans to swap screen time for green time and discover the restorative benefits of our Ohio State Parks.
Upcoming challenges
Grandma Gatewood Virtual Challenge
5 Miles x 5 Hikes x 5 Parks x 5 Weeks
Join us for the Grandma Gatewood Virtual Challenge! Support our State Parks by hiking 5 miles in 5 parks in 5 weeks. Register opening in March 2026.
Your path to wellnessÂ
Through the NatureRx Ohio program, you can:
Explore
Explore scenic trails, lush forests and serene lakes in Ohio's 76 State Parks.
Unwind
Unwind with guided mindfulness walks, yoga sessions and relaxation zones.
Move
Move with outdoor fitness programs, hiking challenges and biking adventures.
Connect
Connect with wildlife and fresh air.
