Huffman
MetroPark
MetroPark
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| LOCATION and DIRECTIONS |
Huffman MetroPark is about 7.7 miles northeast of downtown Dayton. From the intersection of I-75 and US 35, take I-75 for 1.9 miles north and go right onto SR 4. Follow SR 4 for 5.6 miles to Huffman Dam Rd. and turn right. Immediately after turning right onto Huffman Dam Rd., turn left onto Lower Valley Pike and go 0.2 miles to the park entrance on the right. Or continue 0.4 miles on Lower Valley Pike to a second park entrance on the right side. Eastwood MetroPark is located nearby. For a map showing the location of Huffman MetroPark, see Five Rivers MetroPark Map |
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| AREA DESCRIPTION AND HABITAT |
Part of the Five Rivers MetroPark system, Huffman MetroPark is upstream from Huffman Dam, an earthen flood control structure on the Mad River. It includes a 30-acre lake, parkland and woodlands, and prairie remnants. Hiking trails are found throughout the park; around the lake, along the river, and through the woodland areas. |
| SPECIES FOUND |
Although the lake is not large compared with other reserves in the area, it still attracts a good number of waterbirds on a regular basis, including Double-crested Cormorants, herons, Canada Geese, and ducks. Sandbars in, and along the Mad River attract a number of shorebirds during migration. Resident nesting birds include many common woodland birds, and the area is sometimes excellent during spring and fall migration for transient passerines. Rare birds that have been sighted include Western Grebe, Osprey, and White-winged Scoter. |
| FACILITIES and OTHER INFORMATION |
Picnic facilities, mostly along the lake, include tables, grills at most sites, and one picnic shelter. Restrooms and drinking water are available. Canoes, rowboats, and sailboats are permitted on the lake (electric motors only). Boating is also available on the river. Sledding and cross-country snow skiing can be enjoyed in the park in winter. Fishing is also a popular pastime in both Huffman Lake and the Mad River. |