Deer Trail
- 2.5 mi
- round trip
- 1,254 ft
- climb
- 1,156 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
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Deer Trail is a 5-mile out-and-back hike in Tappan Lake, Ohio, on land managed by a non-governmental organization. The route rises from about 900 feet to about 1,150 feet, with the steepest stretch at mile 1, where the grade reaches 18 percent. The climb totals 267 feet one way, and the trail is rated moderate. September is a comfortable time to go, with typical highs around 75°F and lows near 55°F, based on averages from a nearby weather station in Cadiz. Late spring is similar, with May highs around 70°F. Winters are cold, with January highs averaging about 34°F. Pine Tree Trail starts just 0.3 miles away, and Fox Trail and Beach Trail are each about 0.7 miles off. Turkey Ridge Trail is roughly 1.3 miles away.
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