Spring Valley Nature Preserve, Southwest Ohio Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start by entering your GPS coordinates or mapping application with the address: 1539 Columbus Rd SW, Granville, OH 43023. If you're coming from Columbus, take I-71 N and then merge onto US-36 W. Continue on US-36 W and take a left onto Columbus Rd SW. The preserve will be on your right. Parking is available on-site.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take a Greyhound or Megabus to Columbus, OH. From there, you can use the COTA bus service to get to Granville. Board the COTA bus route that heads toward Granville, and then transfer to a local service if available. Check the local schedules as services may vary. Once you arrive in Granville, it will be about a 1.5-mile walk to Spring Valley Nature Preserve. Follow Columbus Rd SW toward the address 1539 Columbus Rd SW.

• Bicycling

  If you prefer to bike, ensure your route planner allows for bike paths. From Columbus, you can bike along the scenic paths that lead to Granville. Upon reaching Granville, follow Columbus Rd SW directly to the Spring Valley Nature Preserve, which is about 7 miles from the center of Granville. Make sure to wear a helmet and follow local cycling regulations.

• Rideshare

  Another option is to use rideshare services like Uber or Lyft. Simply input the destination address: 1539 Columbus Rd SW, Granville, OH 43023 into the app, and a driver will take you directly to the preserve. The cost will vary based on your starting location, but it generally ranges from $15 to $30 from Columbus.