Lockington Reserve

Redbuds greet park visitors on a spring morning.

The Lockington Reserve is a 200-acre tract featuring a remarkable variety of natural landscapes. Within its boundaries, one can find flood plain forest and upland woods, 90-foot high bluff, pine groves, marsh areas, streams and ponds.

This natural area remains undeveloped because of its role as a dry storage basin for floodwaters periodically backing up behind the Lockington Dam. In a spirit of cooperation, the Miami Conservancy District leases the Reserve without charge to the Park District.

To help you enjoy the natural beauty of the Reserve, a network of walking trails connect the various habitats. Among these settings are opportunities for picnicking, primitive camping, fishing, nature interpretation, photography, hiking, jogging, school outings, group meetings, informal field sports, and cross country skiing. A portion of the Buckeye Trail travels through the Reserve. A small shelter house and restrooms are also available.

To schedule the Reserve for a family reunion, office picnic, camping or other event, contact the Park District office at 937-497-7171 (for local callers) or 937-773-4818.

A local high school class conducts a team challenge initiative. This is one of many programs we can provide local schools, businesses, and other organized groups.

Directions to the east side of the Lockington Reserve:
The Reserve is located on Kaiser Road. Take I-75 to the Fair Road exits (Sidney). Turn west. Fair Road will turn into Miami Conservancy Road at a sharp left turn. Take Miami Conservancy Road to Kaiser Road just outside the village of Lockington. Turn right onto Kaiser Road. The Reserve is 1/10 mile on the north side.

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Shelby County Park District | PO Box 873 | Sidney, Ohio 45365
For local calls: 497-7171 | For all other calls: 937-773-4818 | Fax: 937-773-9443
Office is located at 9871 Fessler-Buxton Rd.
shelbycopark@voyager.net